Abstract
The process of accumulation of salt in soil (salinization) is a global problem. This chapter starts by introducing the concept of soil salinization, its meaning, causes, and sources. Although there could be various causes for it at the local level, on a global scale two of the most prominent causes of soil salinization are climate change and lithology of the drainage basin. Effects of climate change are understood in terms of changes in temperature that leads to the creation of saline soils and precipitation that might cause the aggravation of the problem of salinity in an already saline area. It is important to note the anthropogenic influence of climate change on the salinity of the soil. After the influence of climate change on salinity is elucidated, the chapter explores the influence of salinity on the crop yield, the ways to alleviate the problem of salinization, and the management of saline soils.
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