Agriculture, Livestock Production and Aquaculture: Advances for Smallholder Farming Systems Volume 2

This two-volume set discusses recent approaches and technological innovations for sustainable agriculture in smallholder farming systems impacted by climate change, including crop diversification, soil resilience management, geoinformatics, land suitability monitoring, information technology in livestock production, and nutrient resource management in fishery aquaculture. Volume 2 focuses on trends and technologies in food security within the context of sustainable practices, drone technology, microwave data, molecular farming, machine learning, agricultural economics, spatial modeling, and agricultural policy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 321 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive two-volume set delves into the latest approaches and technological innovations for sustainable agriculture in smallholder farming systems, grappling with the impacts of climate change. The systems under examination encompass crop-based agricultural production, as well as aquaculture and livestock production, employing similar techniques to address food security challenges arising from climate change and resource overuse. The chapters provide detailed insights into innovations involving crop diversification, soil resilience management, geoinformatics and land suitability monitoring for smart farming, information technology in livestock production, and nutrient resource management in fishery aquaculture. Researchers, practitioners, and industries alike will find this information invaluable in implementing socially and economically sustainable practices to achieve food security in impoverished areas vulnerable to climate change. Furthermore, Volume 2 delves into trends and technologies in food security within the framework of sustainable practices, encompassing drone technology, microwave data, molecular farming, machine learning, agricultural economics, spatial modeling, and agricultural policy. These chapters explore advancements in fishery resource and aquaculture practices, while also shedding light on the challenges these sectors face due to climate change. This comprehensive collection offers valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and stakeholders in the field of sustainable agriculture, enabling them to navigate the complexities of climate change-induced challenges and promote sustainable food production for a more resilient and sustainable future.

Weight: 676g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030932619
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022