Traditional Organic Farming Practices

E.Somasundaram (Author), D. Udhaya Nandhini (Author)

9789386546173

Hardback, published 12 August 2017

410 pages
25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.82 kg

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.

• 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