Traditional Organic Farming Practices

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

9789358870275

Paperback / softback, published 12 August 2017

410 pages
25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.82 kg

Understanding the fundamental principles of organic agriculture is just as crucial as staying informed about the latest advancements in the field of agriculture. It can be quite challenging to keep up with the rapid progress of such a widespread practice as organic farming, which is carried out across the globe. It is essential for aspiring farmers and scientists to familiarize themselves with the basics of organic agriculture. This book aims to draw attention to the importance of promoting organic farming as a means of preserving the land that we have inherited from our forefathers and preventing it from becoming barren and unproductive due to our excessive interventions. Additionally, this publication highlights the potential for employment generation in rural India and empowering rural communities to produce their own farm inputs. Furthermore, it encourages individuals to adopt a healthier lifestyle by consuming organic food. This book also provides guidance for farmers interested in organic farming.

• 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