Sustainable Agricultural Practices Paperback / softback
Edited by Ajay (Assistant Professor, Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, India) Kumar, James F. (Professor of Plant Biology, Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA) White, Joginder Singh, Ph.D. (Professor, Department of Botany, Nagaland University, Nagaland, India Panwar
Part of the Plant and Soil Microbiome series
Paperback / softback
Description
Sustainable Agricultural Practices, a volume in the Plant and Soil Microbiome series, presents foundational information into the successful utilization of different biocontrol agents (especially bacteria and fungi actinomycetes) under field conditions which can help relieve the pressure of overexploitation of synthetic pesticides in agriculture. The need for sustainable advancement in agriculture practices continues to increase.
Traditionally, achieving optimum yields of crops has meant farmers continuously using large amounts of chemical fertilizers or pesticides, but the indiscriminate use of these pesticides has adversely affected the environment, nontarget microorganisms, soil textures, and human health.
As many microorganisms, including nitrogen-fixing bacteria and cyanobacteria, can be used as bioinoculants, they offer opportunities not only to enhance the crop productivity but also to maintain the natural properties of agricultural soils. Sustainable Agricultural Practices explores the multifaceted benefits derived from varieties of microorganisms existing in different components of the ecosystem, many of which could potentially be employed as probiotics for improved human and livestock health. Researchers seeking to expand their understanding of related fields and students seeking foundational concept coverage will find this volume valuable.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:438 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
- Publication Date:23/02/2024
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- ISBN:9780443191503
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:438 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
- Publication Date:23/02/2024
- Category:
- ISBN:9780443191503