Sustainable Agriculture: Theory and Practices

The book covers twelve chapters on sustainable agriculture and food security, providing a foundation in agriculture and food security, exploring alternative farming methods, soil and plant nutrients, water management, integrated pest management, diversified and integrated farming systems, sustainable natural resource management, nutrition-sensitive food systems, conservation agriculture, and climate-resilient agriculture. It includes data, tables, figures, and photographs and up-to-date references.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 02 August 2023
Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

This book comprises twelve chapters, each contributing to a comprehensive understanding of sustainable agriculture and food security. The first chapter serves as an introduction, establishing a solid foundation in agriculture and food security. The second chapter delves into the fundamentals of sustainable agriculture, exploring various alternative farming practices such as organic farming, ecological farming, bio-dynamic farming, natural farming, and zero budget natural farming (ZBNF). Chapter three further explores these alternative farming methods, providing detailed insights into their principles and applications. Chapter four focuses on soil and plant nutrients, essential for sustainable crop production. Chapter five explores water management and dryland technology for sustainable crop production, highlighting the importance of efficient water usage in agriculture. Chapter six discusses integrated pest management tactics, while chapter seven explores diversified and integrated farming systems. Chapter eight examines sustainable natural resource management, emphasizing the importance of conserving natural resources for future generations. Chapter nine delves into the nutrition-sensitive food system in the context of sustainability, emphasizing the importance of food systems that consider nutritional needs. Chapter ten focuses on conservation agriculture, highlighting its role in sustainable land management and soil conservation. Chapter eleven explores climate-resilient agriculture for sustainable crop production, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changing climate conditions. Lastly, chapter twelve summarizes the key sustainable agriculture practices discussed throughout the book, providing a comprehensive overview of the field. All chapters are supported by extensive data, tables, figures, and photographs, and include up-to-date references, ensuring the book remains relevant and informative.

Weight: 476g
Dimension: 152 x 19 x 229 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788119235803