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Crop Science in India In India around 70% of the Population earns its livelihood from agriculture. It fulfills the basic need of human beings and animals. It is an important source of raw material for many Agro Based Industries. India’s geographical condition is unique for agriculture because it provides many favorable conditions. There are plain … Read more
Organic Farming Organic farming also known as ecological agriculture8 or biodynamic agriculture and works in harmony with nature i.e. the agricultural practices followed in organic agriculture do not cause any harm to the Environment. Due to eco-friendly nature of the organic farming it is considered as an viable alternative in comparison to chemical based farming, … Read more
Concept of Organic Farming, seed certification Organic farming is an alternative agricultural system which originated early in the 20th century in reaction to rapidly changing Farming practices. Organic farming continues to be developed by various organic agriculture organizations today. It relies on Fertilizers of organic origin such as Compost Manure, green manure, and … Read more
Farming Systems and sustainability Nature is dynamic. It causes inheritable changes in all living organisms. For thousands of years, farmer around the world have been selecting and conserving varieties of different crop Plants that they cultivated. This process has generated a rich wealth of varieties in each crop plant, seen to be most … Read more
Farming Systems Introduction Farming systems are the ways in which people grow crops and raise LivestockLivestock. They vary depending on the climate, SoilSoil, water availability, and other factors. There are many different types of farming systems, but they can be broadly divided into two categories: subsistence farming and commercial farming. Subsistence farming is a type … Read more
Specialized Farming Specialized farming is a type of agriculture that focuses on the production of a single crop or LivestockLivestock product. This type of farming is often used to produce high-value crops or Livestock that can be sold for a premium price. Specialized farming can be more profitable than traditional farming, but it also requires … Read more
Diversified Farming Diversified farming is a type of agriculture that involves growing a variety of crops or raising a variety of LivestockLivestock. This type of farming is often used to reduce risk and increase profits. There are many benefits to diversified farming. One benefit is that it can help to reduce risk. When farmers grow … Read more
Organic Farming Organic farming is a method of crop and LivestockLivestock production that involves much more than choosing not to use pesticides, fertilizers, genetically modified organisms, antibiotics and growth hormones. Organic production is a holistic system designed to optimize the productivity and fitness of diverse communities within the agro-ecosystem, including SoilSoil organisms, plants, Livestock and … Read more
Eco-farming Of Organic Farming Holistic Systems Thinking Emphasis on BiodiversityBiodiversity Mimicking Natural Ecosystems Regenerative Practices SoilSoil Carbon Sequestration Water Conservation and Quality Protection Pollinator and Wildlife Habitat Closed-Loop Nutrient Cycling Minimizing Off-Farm Inputs Agroforestry Integration of : Small-scale wind turbines can provide power in suitable locations. Biofuels: Utilizing crop residues or dedicated energy crops for on-farm fuel … Read more
Permaculture Permaculture is a system of agricultural and social design principles centered on simulating or directly utilizing the patterns and features observed in natural ecosystems. It has many principles, but some of the most important include: Ethics of Permaculture Permaculture Design Principles Observation and Analysis Zones and Sectors Water Harvesting and Management SoilSoil Regeneration Composting … Read more