Notes and Study material for Exams
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
Sustainable Agriculture Sustainable agriculture is a system of agriculture that focuses on producing food and fiber while protecting the EnvironmentEnvironment and conserving Natural Resources. It is a holistic approach to farming that considers the needs of the entire ecosystem, including the SoilSoil, water, air, plants, animals, and people. Soil Conservation No-till farming Cover CroppingCropping Crop … Read more