Tuesday, 8 November 2005: 8:25 AM
Advancing the History, Philosophy, and Sociology of Soil Science Education and Extension
Sponsor:Z05 S205.1 Council on History, Philosophy & Sociology of Soil Science
Presidings:Joseph Heckman, Rutgers University
Eric Brevik, Valdosta State University
Introductory Remarks
Development of the Potash Fertilizer Industry in North America.
Robert Mikkelsen, Potash & Phosphate Institute
Science Funding in New Zealand.
M. B. Kirkham, Kansas State University, Brent Clothier, The Horticulture and Food Research Institute of New Zealand Ltd
Use of Alternative Tools to Promote Soil Survey: Use, Management and Historical Context.
M. Levin, NRCS-USDA
Break
A Case for Ethical Arguments on the Inherent Value of Soil.
Thomas Sauer, USDA-ARS
Industrial Vs Ecological Models of Agricultural Production.
Francis Thicke, Radiance Dairy
Planting Genetically Improved Tree Crops on Previously Forested Soils to Advance the Green Revolution.
Thomas Molnar, Rutgers University, Joseph Heckman, Rutgers University, Reed Funk, Rutgers University
Concerns about Fluoride Levels in Soils: the Twisted Path to an Age of Reason in the United States.
Phyllis J. Mullenix, Mullenix Consulting
Discussion
Adjourn

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