New Engineering Technologies for Modern Farming

N.S. Rathore (Author), N.L. Panwar (Author)

9789390591312

Hardback, published 20 May 2021

174 pages
25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.43 kg

Agriculture is a vital source of sustenance for all living organisms, as it provides food, feed, fiber, fertilizer, and fuel. The evolution of modern agriculture has led to the development of innovative farming techniques that increase farmers income, enhance efficiency, and conserve natural resources such as water, soil, and energy. Emphasis is placed on soil and water engineering to ensure the future of humanity, as these resources will be crucial in producing sufficient food for the growing population. The advancement of science and technology is driving research in the field of Indian agriculture, enabling Indian farmers to feed the growing population. This book aims to explore the engineering inputs in modern agriculture that can improve production, productivity, and profitability.

• 1. Introduction,
• 2. Protected Cultivation,
• 3. Vertical Farming,
• 4. Precision Agriculture,
• 5. Hydroponic Agriculture,
• 6. Aquaponics,
• 7. Secondary Agriculture,
• 8. Phytotronics,
• 9. Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture,
• 10. Robotics in Agriculture