Winnie-the-Pooh on Problem Solving: In Which Pooh, Piglet and friends explore How to Solve Problems so you can too

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The Stranger, who appeared in Winnie-the-Pooh on Management, returns to the Hundred Acre Wood to explain to Pooh and his friends the SOLVE Problem- Solving Method, a step-by-step system of identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems. Pooh, and you, learn all the principles of practical problem solving, which can be applied as easily to rescuing Tigger from high up in a tree as to the many challenges that are part of today's complex business world.

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Basic -- But Right On Point.......2000-06-12

All to often problem solving becomes a team exercise where each member "shares their ignorance (of the essence of the problem)" while searching for a solution. Having a systematic approach to define, research, select alternatives, implement, control, and encourage feedback is a better way to reach a successful solution. This little book provides a fun guide suitable for the novice in problem solving techniques. I found the book to be entertaining yet helpful, especially for my strategic planning clients.

Good approach, and easy to understand.......1998-11-30

Great way of making pooh's likfe look like ours. It shows us how simple life can be, and how much and how little things matter. Great book, easy to understand.

Great for an introduction to problem solving. Very basic........1996-06-12

I purchased the tape and found it to be most disappointing. I would not recommend this book (nor the tape) to anyone. Sorry, but that is how I feel. Scott.

Winnie-the-Pooh on Problem Solving: in Which Pooh, Piglet and Friends Explore How to Solve Problems So You Can Too (Audio Cassette)

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Winnie-the-Pooh on Problem Solving: in Which Pooh, Piglet and Friends Explore How to Solve Problems So You Can Too (Audio Cassette)
Roger E. / Allen, Stephen D. Allen
Manufacturer: Penguin Audio
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OJG2A4

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Superior debt-collection strategies to prevent running out of cash--and running off customers.

Great products and super sales don't mean a thing if a company can't get its customers to pay their bills. In fact, bad debt can quickly turn a healthy company into an ailing, cash-strapped company--or even a bankrupt one.

Which is why it's imperative to collect as much money as possible, as fast as possible, while still maintaining the goodwill of debtors. It's a tall order, but one that's totally feasible with the effective collection strategies outlined in this lively and important new book.

Readers learn how to: * use collection letters, telephone calls, and personal visits * collect debts with limited resources * evaluate outside collection services * make debt collection a fun activity * negotiate win-win solutions with debtors, and more.

In addition, the book supplies practical strategies for avoiding bad debts in the first place--such as taking good credit applications, verifying the information, and ensuring that the first payment is made on time.

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Eminently Practical and Highly Principled.......2002-04-11

If you effectively implement only one or two of the Shers' suggestions, you will more than cover the cost of this book. But that's not the best way to use it. Rather, first, re-examine all of your thoughts and feelings about accounts receivable (AR). (Do you even know precisely who owes you how much and for how long?) Then rigorously evaluate your current policies and procedures (if you have any) and make whatever modifications are necessary, guided and informed by what the Shers suggest. Finally, consistently follow those policies and procedures while being willing to consider a specific AR problem within its context. I wholeheartedly agree with the Shers that (a) AR may well be the single most important component of customer relationships, (b) AR problems offer unique opportunities to strengthen relationships with those customers involved, and (c) most AR problems are avoidable, more often than not the result of a misunderstanding rather than a customer's intention to avoid any payment whatsoever.

The Shers organize their excellent material within three Sections (Attitude, Speed, and Knowledge), following an Introduction which -- all by itself -- is worth much more than the cost of the book. They then share "A Few Final Words" about avoiding bad debts, consumer collections (why some don't pay) and what they call "The Kitchen Basket Syndrome," commercial collections, and finally, "Lessons in Real Life." Almost all companies have AR problems because some of their customers have cash flow problems.

What we have here is a step-by-step, cohesive and comprehensive system to minimize, expedite, and resolve problems with accounts receivable. Assume good will on the part of most customers and make every effort to "work with them." However, also know that at least a few are disreputable and be prepared to outsource some ARs to an attorney or collection agency. (The Shers explain the most effective way to do that.) For me, one of this book's greatest values is its emphasis on seeing AR within any organization's entire operations. In certain respects, this is a "How to Do It" book but it is more, much more. The Shers strike me as being psychologists rather than bill collectors, as being two decent people who believe that most other people are also decent, and who sincerely want to help their readers to obtain what is due them without compromising the integrity of those who are in their debt. The Shers' advice is eminently practical; it is also highly principled.

Enjoyable and Informative.......2001-07-27

I enjoyed reading this book. My boss encouraged me to read this and I enjoyed it very much. I got some good ideas for the collection department that I run and I hope to have my collectors read this book also. I would recommend this to anyone involved in accounts receivables.

Easy Read that was fun and informative.......2001-04-17

These guys have a wonderful knowledge of the collection world. I read this book fairly fast and gained knowledge that I had never thought about. If you want help on your companys receivables, then this is a must read.

Incomplete.......2001-01-19

The book tells the history of how the two brothers have used high credit risk customers to their advantage. They tell how they have been successful at ensuring prompt payment from these customers. Only problem is they are incomplete on telling you HOW they ensure prompt payment. Example: They state you can ask five simple questions to determine the credit risk of an individual, but never tell you the five questions. The book is in dire need of a grammar checker. The book is defintely focused on collecting from individuals.

My savior.......2000-07-04

This book is just what I needed. My collection department has been struggling, but I made all my employees read it and we are doing better. This is like a collection reference book.

Collect Those Debts!: How to Get Your Money and Still Keep Your Customers (Self-Counsel Business Series)

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Collect Those Debts!: How to Get Your Money and Still Keep Your Customers (Self-Counsel Business Series)
Timothy Paulsen
Manufacturer: Self-Counsel Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0889085412

The Complete Guide to Debt Recovery: How to Use the Legal System to Collect Debts Quickly and Painlessly

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The Complete Guide to Debt Recovery: How to Use the Legal System to Collect Debts Quickly and Painlessly
Roger Mason
Manufacturer: Thorogood
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1854182277

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An expert guide written in plain English on everything you need to know about using the legal system to recover debts - quickly, efficiently and with no complications.

Guides you through every stage, from deciding to take action to serving a claim and the trial itself
Incorporates all the recent changes to the law as well as changes to be made in the near future
Deals comprehensively with enforcing judgment--an often neglected subject
Helpful sections on bankruptcy, winding up, receivership and administration and frequently asked questions, as well as valuable appendices concerning court fees
Includes examples of important court forms
Practical advice on how to deal with a host of common real-life problems.

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The Book Is Fun To Read - But What The Heck?
Exceeds the bounds of acceptable, employable behavior.
Evil and Immoral Book Teaches Violent Loan Sharking

How to Collect Illegal Debts
Harold S. Long
Manufacturer: Loompanics Unlimited
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1559500417

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The Book Is Fun To Read - But What The Heck?.......2005-09-13

I like the book. It's sort of detailing the "technical" aspects of one of my favorite movies, Get Carter. It does invoke some interesting thoughts about what you would do if you were a Debt Collector. But based on the information and how it is presented, I seriously doubt that you could read this book and go start your own business. I heard of a few people who said that they tried debt collections... its nothing like this book. And plus, the whole drug dealer thing, most drug dealers would probably have a gun and go settle their own debts instaed of giving half of it to some guy who beats them up. That is how they almost always get caught... shooting someone for money or selling to the wrong person.

Oh, and to the Lawyer, you are sounding like a typical censoring and condeming idiot. A book isnt evil, neither can be said of the author, publisher or retailers. Having information isnt a sin, but not having it is enslavement. I read the book and have not gone out and started my own "business". So maybe you should sit down, be quiet, let this company do their job, and then question your moral fiber because of all those present you seem like you are the one who might be most likely to utilize this information to harm others and fill your own pocket, but of course that is just my opinion and I wish you know ill intent. If you want to contact me, consult the company, and I will be happy to say this to your face. And if you want to take this to the courts, I got a news station, a few people in the papers and a lawyer or 2 that would eat it up. Oh, and slander is out of the question (read carefully). Ill back up the author, the publishers, the retailers and the American Right to Know and Understand the workings of the world around them before Id ever sit back and watch people like you eliminate books and not crooks. The fight isnt on a bookshelve - its in your heart.

Exceeds the bounds of acceptable, employable behavior........2004-02-02

Harold S. Long's book on collections called HOW TO COLLECT
ILLEGAL DEBTS, although very useful, funny, realistic
and psychologically, very interesting and stimulating,
exceeds the bounds of acceptable, employable behavior.

The advantage of a more mainstream approach, is you're employable
as a professional by other companies, whereas Harold S. Long's
techniques would require you to open up your own business,
with a great deal of muscle-man, karate or boxing training
to go with the collections activities.

I used a big coupon to and free shipping to buy this title,
so I am happy about the value for my money. However, beyond
a certain point, the sales price could exceed the benefits
most people will reap from the book.

I would recommend Timothy Paulsen's PAID IN FULL book,
for example, as a parallel reference.

Evil and Immoral Book Teaches Violent Loan Sharking.......2000-06-08

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I gave it one star because the form forced me to, it deserves none and the author should be arrested.

I am an attorney who has specialized in the collection of past due accounts for twenty five years.

As such I am always looking over books on the subject.

My wife, who is employed by my office, just bought from you "How to Collect Illegal Debts." by Harold Long, listed by you: How to Collect Illegal Debts by Harold S. Long

Paperback (June 1990) Loompanics Unlimited; ISBN: 1559500417

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This is a Self Help book to help prevent bad debt accounts, to obtain a judgment, to help with judgment recovery. This book is used to educate you on small claims court procedures and bad check recovery. In addition, to prevent maintenace in the way of bad debt.

How To Collect On Your Bad Debts In Clark County Nevada

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How To Collect On Your Bad Debts In Clark County Nevada
Steve W. Sanson
Manufacturer: Aggressive Collections
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0974948101

Small Claims Court guide for Alberta: How to collect bad debts (Self-counsel series)

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Small Claims Court guide for Alberta: How to collect bad debts (Self-counsel series)
James B Rodney
Manufacturer: International Self-Counsel Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: 0889082081

Small claims court guide for Ontario: [how to collect bad debts] (Self-counsel series)

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Small claims court guide for Ontario: [how to collect bad debts] (Self-counsel series)
Peter William Gilchrist
Manufacturer: International Self-Counsel Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: 0889083029

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How to collect a debt
Eugene B Berman
Manufacturer: Kamberg, Berman & Hendel
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B00072CQM6

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You'll probably never need a lawyer.unless you have a home or a job, a car or a child, a doctor or an icy sidewalk. Before spending big bucks, know what to expect. Learn about legal requirements when you buy or sell a house involving homeowner liabilities or purchase agreements. Find out what you're entitled to on the job, whether you're an employee or an employer, regarding injury, sexual harassment, discrimination, family medical leave, drug testing, and termination and severance problems. Know your rights regarding personal injury, whether someone is hurt on your property or you're injured and someone else is liable. Then there are the nightmares of DWI, speeding tickets, arrest, search warrants, jail and bail, trial, rights as a prisoner, and victim's rights. Not to mention money and credit: loan discrimination, creditor harassment, bankruptcy, IRS headaches. Or family matters like divorce and kids in trouble. Finally: wills and trusts.

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Phosphorus is essential for life, yet is often the element most limiting for biological productivity. Although most organisms take up phosphorus in an inorganic form, organic forms frequently dominate in soils and aquatic systems. Up to this point, the role of organic phosphorus and mechanisms for its dynamics have been poorly understood. However, recent advances in research have shed new light on the subject and this book brings together these advances. It covers the transformation and characterization of organic phosphorus in both terrestrial and aquatic systems. It will attract a broad range of scientists from several disciplines.

Characterization of phosphorus in the aerosol of a coastal atmosphere: Using a sequential extraction method [An article from: Atmospheric Environment]

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Characterization of phosphorus in the aerosol of a coastal atmosphere: Using a sequential extraction method [An article from: Atmospheric Environment]
H.-Y. Chen , T.-H. Fang , M.R. Preston , and S. Lin
Manufacturer: Elsevier
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Binding: Digital

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This digital document is a journal article from Atmospheric Environment, published by Elsevier in . The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Particulate aerosol was sequentially extracted by citrate/dithionite/bicarbonate and acetic acid/sodium acetate buffers so as to isolate phosphorus associated with oxides/hydroxides (Fe-P) and Acet-P, respectively. Total phosphorus (TP) and total inorganic phosphorus (TIP) contents were analyzed separately and the difference between them used to calculate the organic phosphorus (OP) content. The difference between TIP and the sum of Fe-P and Acet-P was assumed to be the detrital apatite (Det-P). The results of this study indicate that phosphorus species show a clear monthly variability that is related to the source strengths of the crustal weathering and biological blooming in winter and spring, respectively. There are highly significant covariations between the TP, TIP and Det-P, which suggests that these derive from similar sources and share transport mechanisms. The percentage concentrations of OP show that phosphorus tends to be associated with organic particles in warm periods when biological activity is greatest.

Chemical characterization of soil phosphorus and organic matter in different cropping systems in Maine, U.S.A. [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Chemical characterization of soil phosphorus and organic matter in different cropping systems in Maine, U.S.A. [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
T. Ohno , T.S. Griffin , M. Liebman , and G.A. Porter
Manufacturer: Elsevier
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This digital document is a journal article from Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, published by Elsevier in 2005. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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To minimize purchased inputs, sustainable agriculture systems often use green- or animal-manure as a nitrogen source for crops. The addition of these materials also have positive impacts on soil phosphorus (P) availability. This study was conducted to investigate the effects of animal- and legume-based cropping systems in place for 5-13 years on the chemistry of organic matter and soil P. Two cropping systems, Potato Ecosystem (ECO) located in Presque Isle, ME, U.S.A. and Grass Fertility (GF) located in Stillwater, ME, U.S.A. received animal manure. Two others, Liebman E Rotation (LER) in Stillwater, ME, U.S.A. and Porter Rotation (PR) in Presque Isle, ME, U.S.A. were primarily legume-based rotations. Estimated difference in carbon input (ha^-^1year^-^1) between the amended and control plots were: ECO, 8100kg C; GF, 1010kg; LER, 950kg C; and PR, 415kg C. The dissolved organic carbon (DOC) concentration was higher (P < 0.10) in the treatment that received animal manure than those which only received legume residue. The E2/E3 spectrophotometric test indicated that the DOC extracted from the ECO manure-treated plots was more humified than that from the ECO control plots. There were no significant differences between the amended and control treatments in Olsen P or total P for all the tested cropping systems. Similar to that of the DOC response, the ECO cropping system that received animal manure recorded higher concentrations of water soluble P (P < 0.05). There was a linear relationship between DOC and water-soluble P concentrations of the soil:water extract across soils, indicating a positive relationship between them. To determine the effects of the different cropping systems on P bioavailability, a simulation model was used to study how changes in P soil chemistry may affect P uptake by crops. The simulation runs showed that predicted P uptake was greater for the animal manure based ECO and GF systems, but not for the legume based LER and PR systems (P < 0.05). This study shows that cropping systems that include animal manure may increase soil P availability.

Effects of Pinus sylvestris var. mongolica afforestation on soil phosphorus status of the Keerqin Sandy Lands in China [An article from: Journal of Arid Environments]

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Effects of Pinus sylvestris var. mongolica afforestation on soil phosphorus status of the Keerqin Sandy Lands in China [An article from: Journal of Arid Environments]
Q. Zhao , D.H. Zeng , D.K. Lee , X.Y. He , Z.P. Fan , and J
Manufacturer: Elsevier
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Binding: Digital

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This digital document is a journal article from Journal of Arid Environments, published by Elsevier in 2007. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Few studies have considered the effects of afforestation on soil phosphorus (P) status in semiarid regions such as the Keerqin Sandy Lands in China, though plantations have been widely established on P-deficient sandy soils to control wind-induced desertification. Phosphorus fractions and acid phosphomonoesterase (AP) activities were compared in the rhizosphere and bulk soils (0-5 and 5-20cm) under Mongolian pine (Pinus sylvestris L. var. mongolica Litv.) plantations of different ages (15, 22, and 30 years old) and in bulk soils under grasslands to understand soil P behavior with Mongolian pine plantation development and to find out major factors controlling soil P cycling. Stand age and rhizosphere processes had similar effects on the soil P fractions. Labile inorganic P and phosphate absorbed on aluminum and iron oxides were not affected by stand age and rhizosphere processes. Rhizosphere effects of Mongolian pine accelerated the mineralization of organic P by increasing microbial and AP activities. Soil P properties in bulk and rhizosphere soils changed similarly with plantation development. In the first 15 years after afforestation, total organic P, calcium phosphate, labile organic P, microbial biomass P (MBP) concentrations, and AP activities were reduced sharply. About 73% of the reduction in total P came from mineralization of organic P and 24% came from solubilization of calcium phosphate. From 15 to 22 years onward, soil total organic P and calcium phosphate decreased gradually and labile organic P, MBP, and AP activities increased greatly, whereas total inorganic P remained constant. The results suggest that soil P pool was depleted with Mongolian pine plantation development, especially in the early stage. As the dominant form of soil P, organic P was the main source of available P and associated biological processes controlled soil P cycling under Mongolian pine plantations. To ensure sustainability of pine plantations, it is imperative that soil fertility is conserved by adding fertilizer, thinning, and protecting litterfall.

Long-term changes in soil fertility in organic arable farming systems in England, with particular reference to phosphorus and potassium [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Long-term changes in soil fertility in organic arable farming systems in England, with particular reference to phosphorus and potassium [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
P. Gosling , and M. Shepherd
Manufacturer: Elsevier
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000RR1PX2

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Outdoor pig fattening at two Swedish organic farms-Spatial and temporal load of nutrients and potential environmental impact [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Outdoor pig fattening at two Swedish organic farms-Spatial and temporal load of nutrients and potential environmental impact [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
E. Salomon , H. Akerhielm , C. Lindahl , and K. Lindgren
Manufacturer: Elsevier
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000PDYOV8

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This digital document is a journal article from Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, published by Elsevier in 2007. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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In Sweden, outdoor organic pig production is gaining interest. However, the excretory behaviour of pigs may create plant nutrient hotspots in outdoor areas, increasing the environmental impact. This study examined fluxes and balances of N, P, K, Cu and Zn at pen level, and determined the effects of the excretory behaviour of fattening pigs on nutrient load, manure distribution and N, P, K, Cu and Zn concentration in soil within pens at two farms with different outdoor systems (mobile and stationary). A pen in the mobile system had about 72pigsha^-^1 and in the stationary system about 91pigsha^-^1. The average pen balance in the mobile system was 270kgN, 60kgP, 110kgK, 0.4kgCu and 1.3kgZnha^-^1 and in the stationary system 205kgN, 57kgP, 99kgK, 0.4kgCu and 1.5kgZnha^-^1. The smaller net accumulation of nutrients in the stationary system was due to about 30% of excrement nutrients being excreted indoors. A substantial proportion of nutrients (43-95%) from one pig group was found to be concentrated in an area of arable land representing 4-24% of the total pen area. In the mobile system the major part of the defecating was deposited on the hut, feeding and drinking sub-areas. The manure mapping also revealed pig behaviour of avoiding defecation in certain zones. In the stationary system, the concentration of exchangeable P and K in soil (0-30cm depth) in areas preferred for excretion was more than four-fold higher and the concentration of mineral-N (0-90cm depth) was about eight-fold higher than in other areas of the pen by the end of the fattening period. Preferred areas for excretion within the pen were affected both by the present pig groups and by previous pig groups 4 years back in time. In the mobile system, the concentration of mineral-N in soil was about three-fold higher in preferred excretion areas compared with other areas. Neither of the two outdoor systems succeeded in avoiding excessive point loads of N within the pen. The flexibility of the mobile outdoor system has to be further improved so that no harmful point loads of nutrients can occur. In the stationary system, a nutrient management technique for collecting the manure on the preferred excretion areas on arable land needs to be developed.

Phosphorus loss from different farming systems estimated from soil surface phosphorus balance [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Phosphorus loss from different farming systems estimated from soil surface phosphorus balance [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
P. Ekholm , E. Turtola , J. Gronroos , P. Seuri , and Yliv
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000RR5254

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This digital document is a journal article from Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, published by Elsevier in . The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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The phosphorus load originating from crop production and animal husbandry is a major contributor to the eutrophication of lakes, rivers and coastal waters. The P losses to surface waters may, however, differ drastically due to the diversity of agricultural production systems practised under contrasting environmental conditions. To assess the most problematic types of agriculture, we need information on the P load from different alternative farming practices. Such information cannot, however, be obtained solely from field runoff experiments, as the number of treatment combinations required to account for all relevant farming systems and environmental conditions far exceeds our research capabilities. To facilitate the comparison of P loads, we therefore need reasonably simple models. A key factor controlling the P load from agriculture is the past and present use of nutrients in fertilizers and manure in relation to a crop's uptake, i.e. the soil-surface balance of P. Here, we present a simple empirical model that relates the P surplus (or deficit) in a farm to the edge-of-field losses of algal-available P. Based on long-term fertilizer trials, the model first estimates the change in soil-test P of top soil with the aid of the soil-surface balance of P. Soil-test P is then used to approximate the concentration of dissolved reactive P in surface runoff and drainage flow, as adjusted for different P application types. The loss of particulate P is obtained from typical erosion rates. The model can be applied in life-cycle analyses and in assessing future developments. We illustrate use of the model by calculating the loss of algal-available P from conventional and organic crop and dairy farms located on clay and fine sand soils.

Phosphorus loss from organic versus inorganic fertilizers used in alleycropping on a Florida Ultisol [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Phosphorus loss from organic versus inorganic fertilizers used in alleycropping on a Florida Ultisol [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
S.C. Allen , V.D. Nair , D.A. Graetz , S. Jose , and Ramac
Manufacturer: Elsevier
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000PAUVKE

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This digital document is a journal article from Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, published by Elsevier in 2006. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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The status of residual phosphorus (P) and nitrogen (N) in agricultural soils is an environmental concern due to the possibility of the nutrients reaching adjacent water bodies through leaching or runoff. This concern is of particular importance in sandy and other coarse-textured, highly permeable soils. A 3-year study examined a pecan (Carya illinoensis K. Koch)-cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) alleycropping system situated on an Ultisol in northwest Florida, USA, to determine the effects of tree-root competition and fertilizer application (poultry litter versus inorganic) on soil nutrient status with time. Overall, competition for P between tree and crop roots appeared to be minimal in these soils. However, build-up of P occurred in soil over time. After 2 years of fertilizer application in the alleycropping system, the average concentration of Mehlich 1-P in the surface soil (0-5cm) increased from 74 to 106mgkg^-^1, and water soluble P increased from 5.9 to 7.2mgkg^-^1. In addition, accumulation of P in near-surface soils was slightly higher in manure-treated soils after the first year of treatment. A clay layer in the Ultisol at approximately 25cm largely prevented further downward movement of P. Overall, in terms of potential environmental risks from P accumulation and loss via runoff or leaching in these soils, the organic fertilizer appears to pose a greater long-term risk than the inorganic fertilizer if application is based on plant N requirement (a common practice) rather than P requirement.

Utilization of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) in an organic dairy farming system in Norway [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Utilization of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) in an organic dairy farming system in Norway [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
H. Steinshamn , E. Thuen , M.A. Bleken , and U.T. Brenoe
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000RR1P1E

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This digital document is a journal article from Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, published by Elsevier in 2004. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Inputs of N and P, flows through the soil-plant-animal pathway and removals by products were recorded for 3 years at the organically managed prototype dairy farm 'Frydenhaug' in Norway to assess the transfer efficiencies of N and P within and at the farm level. Nutrient balances and efficiency (N or P in products divided by N or P in inputs) were compared to data from other studies of dairy farm systems in Europe. Plant production on the farm covered nearly all the needs by the herd. However, about 10% of the plant production was sold as cash crop and about the same amount was bought as feed. At the farm level, 'Frydenhaug' realized annually and on average lower surpluses and higher N or P efficiencies than found in most studies concerned. On average, N and P surpluses were 41 and 0.6kgha^-^1 per year, the efficiencies were 0.30 and 0.85, and the surplus per animal produce was 2.4 and 0.2kgkg^-^1, respectively. Despite relative high nutrient efficiencies at the farm level, there were considerable losses within the farm system. Nutrients were lost during harvesting, storage and feeding of home-grown crops. Thus, the intake of N and P by the herd was on average 62 and 59% of the harvestable N and P in field crops. The average apparent efficiency in the soil/plant component was 0.89 for N and 1.66 for P, and in the animal component 0.19 for N and 0.18 for P. The negative soil surface P balance (on average, 6.3kgha^-^1 per year) was not regarded as a problem on short-term, but it may limit the productivity of the system on the long-term. Improved forage quality through more frequent cuttings and a moderate concentrate level increased milk production and improved the N efficiency at the farm level without a negative effect on the N utilization in the animal component. This study illustrates the importance of including the internal nutrient flow in order to assess and improve the nutrient utilization in organic dairy farming.

Vegetation and soil change following creosotebush (Larrea tridentata) control in the Chihuahuan Desert [An article from: Journal of Arid Environments]

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Vegetation and soil change following creosotebush (Larrea tridentata) control in the Chihuahuan Desert [An article from: Journal of Arid Environments]
S.R. Perkins , K.C. McDaniel , and A.L. Ulery
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000RR6EI8

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Change in vegetation and edaphic properties as influenced by chemical creosotebush control were examined in the Chihuahuan desert of southern New Mexico. From 1981 to 2001, under a program administered by Bureau of Land Management, tebuthiuron herbicide was applied by aircraft to 67 distinct land areas. Treatments provided on average 85% creosotebush mortality and reduced canopy cover by about 95%. Grass cover increased after creosotebush removal and the ratio of mid to short species increased with time from treatment. With the exception of bulk density, aggregate stability, and calcium, most soil properties analysed in the study were not significantly different among geographic regions, herbicide treatments, or creosotebush condition (live vs. dead plants). Results indicated a trend of nitrogen and phosphorus shifting from the canopy zone towards interspace areas following creosotebush death.

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