Soils and the Philippine Economy

摘要: The soil is the foundation of human civilization. As can be seen from ruins ancient civilizations, areas whose people are not conscious erosion and land degradation eventually could support a community. that now tourist attractions only reflect glorious illustrious past what were once flourishing economically vibrant societies. Without soils, we cannot have thriving bubbling economy. chapter begins with an introduction to three major ecosystem functions soil—as biomass producer, as platform for activities, environmental regulator atmospheric, hydrologic, nutrient cycles. next two sections focus on role producer by discussing rice soils Philippines grown other important crops. This followed discussions problem Philippines, point view agricultural production or producer. figures updated currently available data. section treatise evaluation based FAO—developed methodology matching qualities characteristics crop requirements. basic concept principles applicable types endeavors relate ecological function activities. Instead requirements, match specific use requirements (LUR) which would like evaluate. last cycles intangible, but there current efforts being conducted National Statistics Coordination Board (NSCB) address valuation accounting. recognized part nation’s economic assets, national well international collaborative put monetary value our resources corresponding their values services. update emerging assessment. trend more holistic in approach rather than focusing parameters erosion. To cap chapter, policy advocacy conserve properly manage considering contributions A sample political sound management incumbent mayor Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur presented show this realistic attainable received 2012 One World Award Laureate given International Federation Organic Agriculture Movement (IFOAM) Rapunzel Naturkost recognition his agenda centered proper resources.