Marschner’s Mineral Nutrition of Plants (4th Edition)

Edited by Zed Rengel, Ismail Cakmak & Philip John White

Marschner’s Mineral Nutrition of Plants, Fourth Edition, is the definitive reference on plant mineral nutrition and nutrient physiology. Published by Academic Press (Elsevier), this authoritative volume provides a comprehensive and research-driven analysis of how plants acquire, transport, and utilize essential mineral elements.

Building on decades of foundational scholarship, the 4th Edition reflects advances in molecular biology, genomics, soil–plant interactions, nutrient signaling, and sustainable agriculture. It integrates biochemical mechanisms with ecological and agronomic implications, making it an essential resource for plant scientists and crop researchers.

What This Book Does

This book equips researchers and advanced students with a deep understanding of mineral nutrition processes, nutrient uptake systems, deficiency and toxicity responses, and strategies for improving crop productivity and resilience.

Key Features of the 4th Edition

• Comprehensive coverage of essential macro- and micronutrients
• Integration of molecular, physiological, and ecological perspectives
• Updated content on nutrient transporters and signaling pathways
• Connections to sustainable agriculture and soil management
• Authoritative reference for research and advanced study

Who Should Use This Book?

• Plant physiologists and crop scientists
• Soil scientists and agronomists
• Graduate and doctoral students in plant sciences
• Researchers in sustainable agriculture
• Academic and research libraries

Why It’s Essential

• Considered the gold standard in plant mineral nutrition
• Bridges fundamental science with agricultural application
• Extensively cited in plant science research
• Trusted reference worldwide in plant biology and agronomy

The authoritative reference on plant mineral nutrition and nutrient physiology.
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Product Details

• ISBN-13: 9780128197738
• Edition: 4th
• Editors: Zed Rengel; Ismail Cakmak; Philip John White
• Publisher: Academic Press (Elsevier)
• Format: Hardcover
• Condition: New
• Availability: In Stock
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Table of Contents (Highlights)

• Essential Nutrients and Plant Physiology
• Nutrient Uptake and Transport Mechanisms
• Deficiency and Toxicity Symptoms
• Soil–Plant Interactions
• Molecular Regulation of Mineral Nutrition
• Applications in Crop Production and Sustainability

FAQs

• Is this suitable for advanced study?
  Yes. It is widely used in graduate and doctoral-level plant science programs.
• Does it include molecular and genomic perspectives?
  Yes. The 4th Edition integrates modern molecular advances.
• Is it applicable to agriculture?
  Yes. It connects plant nutrition science with crop productivity and sustainability.