This new volume looks at the evolution and challenges of
sustainable agriculture, a field that is growing in use and
popularity, discussing some of the important ideas, practices, and
policies that are essential to an effective sustainable agriculture
strategy. The book features 25 chapters written by experts in crop
improvement, natural resource management, crop protection, social
sciences, and product development. The volume provides a good
understanding of the use of sustainable agriculture and the
sustainable management of agri-horticultural crops, focusing on
eco-friendly approaches, such as the utilization of waste
materials. Topics include ecofriendly plant protection measures,
climate change and natural resource management, tools to mitigate
the effect of extreme weather events, agrochemical research and
regulation, soil carbon sequestration, water and nutrient
management in agricultural systems, and more. Key features:
Discusses sustainable agriculture within the framework of recent
challenges in agriculture Looks at the development and
diversification of crops and cultural practices to enhance
biological and economic stability Discusses innovative
nanotechnologies in research and production technologies Highlights
the development of new varieties in agri-horticultural crops
Discusses use of recent technologies for
soil-plant-microbe-environment interactions.
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