A comprehensive review of constraints to improved management of fertilizers in China and mitigation of diffuse water pollution from agriculture

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Main author: Smith, Laurence
Other authors: Siciliano, Giuseppina
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institution SOAS, University of London
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language English
language_search English
description Complex and inter-related factors explain the excessive use of fertilizer observed in many intensive farming systems in China, and hence act as barriers to development of a comprehensive policy and intervention framework for mitigation of diffuse water pollution from agriculture (DWPA). This review provides an original and contemporary synthesis of these factors that is broader, deeper and more inter-related than existing assessments. The analysis confirms that DWPA cannot be addressed by single regulatory or policy measures. There is a need to develop a mitigation framework that encompasses central policy directives, reform in governance at local level, an enabling regulatory environment, horizontal and vertical coordination in food supply chains, unbiased incentives for efficient fertilizer use and protection of water resources, enhanced agricultural, food safety and environmental education for farmers and consumers, and engagement of multiple actors beyond government.
format Journal Article
author Smith, Laurence
author_facet Smith, Laurence
Siciliano, Giuseppina
authorStr Smith, Laurence
author_letter Smith, Laurence
author2 Siciliano, Giuseppina
author2Str Siciliano, Giuseppina
title A comprehensive review of constraints to improved management of fertilizers in China and mitigation of diffuse water pollution from agriculture
publisher Elsevier
publishDate 2015
url https://eprints.soas.ac.uk/19710/

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