Primary Convener:
Noel Aloysius, University of Missouri

Convener:
Reginald Guuroh, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
Akwasi Duah-Gyamfi, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
Elizabeth Asantewaa Obeng, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

Chair:
Noel Aloysius, University of Missouri
Akwasi Duah-Gyamfi, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

Resilient landscapes and soil quality and health are critical for maintaining healthy ecosystems in the tropical regions. However, deforestation, expansion of agriculture and changing weather patterns exacerbate soil erosion, changes in nutrient cycling and soil carbon sequestration, leading to depleted resources. We need science-based understanding of the drivers of ecosystem change that can help elucidate key vulnerabilities. We request submissions that advance the linkages and feedback between climate, land use and soil health in the tropics, particularly at the interface of agricultural and natural landscapes. We also seek submissions that provide tested solutions for how to maintain resilient agricultural systems while minimizing land cover change in the tropics. Examples topics of interest include: how does land use/land cover change influence soil conditions? How do climate and land use interactively influence soil properties and functions? What are the appropriate policy instruments and practices for ensuring sustainable ecosystem management?

Index Terms
0428 Carbon cycling
9305 Africa
1632 Land cover change
1865 Soils

Suggested Itineraries:
Climate Change and Global Policy
Global Impacts‚ Solutions‚ & Policies

Cross-Listed:
B - Biogeosciences
H - Hydrology

Neighborhoods:
3. Earth Covering