Overview

Understanding the fundamental principles of organic agriculture is as vital as staying informed about the latest developments in the field of agriculture. It is challenging to keep up with the rapid progress of organic farming, which is practiced globally. This book aims to bring attention to the importance of promoting organic farming as a means of preserving our inherited farm lands and ensuring their sustainability for future generations. Additionally, this publication provides guidance to farmers interested in organic farming and highlights the potential for employment generation and empowerment of rural communities through the production of farm inputs. By consuming organic food, individuals can also lead a healthier lifestyle. This book serves as a valuable resource for all those concerned with promoting organic farming and its numerous benefits.

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Author:   E.Somasundaram ,  D. Udhaya Nandhini
Publisher:   New India Publishing Agency
Imprint:   New India Publishing Agency
Dimensions:   Width: 2.90cm , Height: 22.90cm , Length: 15.20cm
Weight:   0.820kg
ISBN:  

9789386546173

ISBN 10:   9386546175
Pages:   410
Publication Date:   12 August 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. Towards Sustainable Organic Agriculture 2.Organic Inputs for Nutrient Management 3. ITK Based Special Inputs / Techniques for Plant Growth 4.Techniques for Weed Management in Organic Farming 5.Pest Management Techniques in Organic Farming 6. Indigenous Technical Knowledge (ITK) Based Techniques 7.Indigenous Technical Knowledge Techniques for Individual Crops 8.Moisture Conservation Techniques 9.Techniques for Seeds and Sowing 10.Regenerating the Soil 11.Microclimate Modification Techniques 12.Indigenous Technical Knowledge (Itk) Based Inputs/Techniques for Storage 13.Other Forms of Organic Farming 14.Water and Rainfall Prediction 15.Integrated Farming System A Pathway to Organic Farming 16.Organic Paddy Farming 17.Organic Methods for the Management of Phytoparasitic Nematodes 18.Organic Certification 19.Success Stories 20.Steps to A Successful Organic Transition

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E. Somasundaram is the Professor and Head,Department of Sustainable Organic Agriculture, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-3, Tamil Nadu, India. D. Udhaya Nandhini, Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Sustainable Organic Agriculture, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-3, Tamil Nadu, India.

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