Rainfed Agriculture And Watershed Management

Author : R K Nanwal
Publisher : New India Publishing Agency
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789387973930

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Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management by R K Nanwal Pdf

It is supported by suitable examples and diagrams. The broad chapters included in the book are: Rainfed agriculture: Introduction, types, characteristics, distribution and importance; History of rainfed agriculture & watershed in India; Problems and prospects of rainfed agriculture in India; Soil and climatic conditions prevalent in rainfed areas; Drought: types, effect of water deficit on physio- morphological characteristics of the plants, Mechanism of crop adaptation under moisture deficit condition; Water harvesting: importance, its techniques, Efficient utilization of water through soil and crop management practices, Study of mulches and antitranspirants; Management of crops in rainfed areas; Contingent crop planning for aberrant weather conditions; Concept, objective, principles and components of watershed management, factors affecting watershed management; Integrated watershed development. The need for comprehensive information on rainfed farming relevant to undergraduate and postgraduate students of agriculture has been felt for quite some time. The advanced, diverse and need-based topics have been together for a systematic and comprehensive reading by the students and faculty in agriculture. The materials on subject matter is set forth in such a manner and order as to enable them to better understand and follow to a reasonable degree of uniformity and their approach to the problems of rainfed agriculture.

Author : Suhas P. Wani,Johan Rockstrom,Kanwar Lal Sahrawat
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780415882774

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Integrated Watershed Management in Rainfed Agriculture by Suhas P. Wani,Johan Rockstrom,Kanwar Lal Sahrawat Pdf

This book provides a comprehensive presentation of the realization of improved rainfed agriculture yield in semi-arid and dry land areas. The incentive of watershed programs is to increase the return on investment with over 20% for 65% of the projects that are currently underperforming. Besides techniques to improve the livelihood of the many small-scale farmers in developing countries, it includes examples and case studies for further support. The methods discussed have recently shown to be successful and economically remunerative in India and in various African countries. Intended for professionals (investors, policy makers), researchers and (post) graduate students working on dry land and sustainable agriculture and water and natural resources management. Suited for courses in dry land agriculture, soil and water management and watershed development.

Author : P. L. Maliwal
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789389832211

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Text Book of Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management by P. L. Maliwal Pdf

The book “Textbook of Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management” has been written to fulfill the requirement of undergraduate students of agriculture faculty considering the syllabus of V Dean’s committee of ICAR. This book attempt to present the available information on dryland/rainfed agriculture and watershed management in a very simple, and lucid language in easily understandable manner. The book contains chapters on an introduction to rainfed agriculture, soil and climate, drought, soil and water conservation techniques, water harvesting, crop management, contingent crop planning for aberrant weather conditions and watershed management. The student community may harness the benefit from this book by understanding the fundamentals of dryland/ rainfed agriculture and watershed management. I hope this book will be very useful for the students, teachers, extension specialists and others interested in rainfed agriculture.

Author : Suhas Pralhad Wani,Johan Rockström,Theib Yousef Oweis
Publisher : CABI
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Dry farming
ISBN : 9781845934385

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Rainfed Agriculture by Suhas Pralhad Wani,Johan Rockström,Theib Yousef Oweis Pdf

Rainfed agriculture is generally overlooked by development investors, researchers and policy makers due to limited confidence in its ability to increase agricultural production and development. However, research undertaken by a team of leading scientists from global organizations demonstrates its potential in achieving food security, improving livelihoods and most importantly addressing issues of equity and poverty reduction in dryland areas - the hot spots of poverty. On the basis of case studies from varied agricultural and ecological regions in Asia and Africa, chapters discuss the need for adopting new paradigms between rainfed and irrigated agriculture, catchment/micro-watershed management approaches, upgrades in science-based development and more investments in rainfed areas. Yield gaps for major rainfed crops are analysed globally and possible ways and means including technological, social, and institutional options to bridge the yield gaps are discussed in detail. Covering areas such as rainwater harvesting and its efficient use, the rehabilitation of degraded land and assessment methods for social, environmental and economic impacts, this book will be necessary for both academics and policy makers working in water management, agriculture and sustainable development.

Author : Philip Tow,Ian Cooper,Ian Partridge,Colin Birch
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1324 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2011-09-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781402091322

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Rainfed Farming Systems by Philip Tow,Ian Cooper,Ian Partridge,Colin Birch Pdf

While a good grasp of the many separate aspects of agriculture is important, it is equally essential for all those involved in agriculture to understand the functioning of the farming system as a whole and how it can be best managed. It is necessary to re-assess and understand rain-fed farming systems around the world and to find ways to improve the selection, design and operation of such systems for long term productivity, profitability and sustainability. The components of the system must operate together efficiently; yet many of the relationships and interactions are not clearly understood. Appreciation of these matters and how they are affected by external influences or inputs are important for decision making and for achieving desirable outcomes for the farm as a whole. This book analyses common rain-fed farming systems and defines the principles and practices important to their effective functioning and management.

Author : R.K. Nanwal,G.A. Rajanna
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2023-01-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000833362

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Rainfed Agriculture by R.K. Nanwal,G.A. Rajanna Pdf

This book discusses various issues related to Rainfed Agriculture, for example: Soil and water conservation. Drought management strategies. Rain-water harvesting. Crops and cropping system for dryland agriculture. Conservation agriculture. Climate-smart agriculture and watershed management. The subject matter is both narrative and critical, explained with illustrations and tables. Print and electronic editions not for sale in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bhutan).

Author : Jayadeva H M
Publisher : New India Publishing Agency
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789389907032

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Rainfed Agriculture by Jayadeva H M Pdf

The book makes an earnest attempt to include various issues related to Rainfed Agriculture viz. soil and water conservation, drought management strategies, rain water harvesting, crops and cropping system for dryland agriculture, conservation agriculture, climate- smart agriculture and watershed management as per the recommendation of fifth Dean's Committee of Indian Council of Agricultural Research has been presented. The subject matter is both narrative and critical. Illustrations have been added to make the subject matter more clear.

Author : Prof Mahendra Singh Pal
Publisher : New India Publishing Agency
Page : 5 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789391383657

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Concepts And Principles Of Rainfed Agriculture & Watershed Management by Prof Mahendra Singh Pal Pdf

Agriculture is a backbone of Indian economy as nearly 60% rural population is engaged in agricultural activities. Though the contribution of agriculture in GDP is declining mainly due to increasing contribution of other activities, it is still the main occupation of our rural masses and its significance is related to food and nutritional security of our country. It is again true that the income of farmers is not increasing as compared to other industrial sectors, so the government has recently launched many farmer's friendly programs for increasing farmer's income. The course, 'Rainfed Agriculture & Watershed Management' is one of the important courses of B Sc Agriculture degree program. This book is written covering all aspects of syllabus.

Author : Somasundaram Jayaraman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2024
Category : Crops and climate
ISBN : 8196246919

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Sustainable Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management by Somasundaram Jayaraman Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9389832233

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Textbook of Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management by Anonim Pdf

Author : Theib Oweis
Publisher : ICARDA
Page : 19 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Supplemental irrigation
ISBN : 9789291270705

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Supplemental Irrigation: a Highly Efficient Water-Use Practice by Theib Oweis Pdf

Author : J. W. Kijne,Randolph Barker,D. J. Molden
Publisher : CABI
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Crops and water
ISBN : 9781845933395

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Water Productivity in Agriculture by J. W. Kijne,Randolph Barker,D. J. Molden Pdf

First title in a major new seriesAddresses improving water productivity to relieve problems of scarcity and competition to provide for food and environmental securityDraws from scientists having a multitude of disciplines to approach this important problemIn a large number of developing countries, policy makers and researchers are increasingly aware of the conflicting demands on water, and look at agriculture to be more effective in its use of water. Focusing on both irrigated and rain-fed agriculture, this book gives a state of the art review of the limits and opportunities for improving water productivity in crop production. It demonstrates how efficiency of water use can be enhanced to maximize yields. The book represents the first in a new series of volumes resulting from the Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture, a research program conducted by the CGIAR's Future Harvest Centres, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and partners worldwide. It will be of significant interest to those working in areas of soil and crop science, water management, irrigation, and development studies.

Author : Hodson Makurira
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010-12-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780203093429

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Water Productivity in Rainfed Agriculture by Hodson Makurira Pdf

The challenge of water scarcity as a result of insufficient seasonal rainfall and dry spell occurrences during cropping seasons is compounded by inefficient agricultural practices by smallholder farmers where insignificant soil and water conservation efforts are applied. The hypothesis of this research is that many of the past research efforts have

Author : G. P. VERMA,Y. P. Singh
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789387307452

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RAINFED FARMING DEVELOPMENT IN CENTRAL INDIA by G. P. VERMA,Y. P. Singh Pdf

This book entitled Development of Rainfed Farming in Central India has 10 chapters viz. (1) Problems and prospects of Rainfed Farming, (2) Present status and strategy of Rainfed Farming Development, (3) Land and water resources, (4) Technology for watershed based Rainfed Farming Development, (5) Land and water management practices, (6) Improvement of productivity of rain water, (7) Cropping systems and crop management practices, (8) Planning for aberrant weather conditions and drought management, (9) Farm machinery and implements and (10) Integrated farming systems for livelihood security. In support of various statements made in different chapters, reliable data have been presented in 62 tables. Further, the book is well illustrated through 24 figures and sketches. The book will serve as a text book for Watershed management, Dry farming courses for B. Sc. Ag. students as a reference book of M.Sc. Ag. students of various Agricultural universities, as a manual for field workers of the Department of Agriculture, a good teaching media for teachers of Agricultural universities and a thought provoking material for those responsible for planning and executing development projects on rainfed/ dry farming and watershed management.

Author : Sohan Singh Walia,Karmjeet Kaur,Tamanpreet Kaur
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2024-01-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9819984246

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Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management by Sohan Singh Walia,Karmjeet Kaur,Tamanpreet Kaur Pdf

This book provides a comprehensive explanation of rainfed farming, dryland agriculture, and watershed management concepts. Despite utilizing all available water resources for irrigation, approximately half of the cultivated land will still rely on rainfall. With limited scope for expanding cultivated areas, meeting future food demands becomes an immense challenge. It is within this context that the significance of dryland agriculture emerges. Indian agriculture relies heavily on the monsoon, making water crucial for sustainable development. Unequal distribution of the global average rainfall (about 1000 mm) contributes to disparities in agriculture and socio-economic conditions. Around 70% of India's agriculture depends on rainfall, producing nearly 44% of the food and supporting 40% of the human and 60% of the livestock population. Even with full irrigation potential, half of cultivated land still relies on rain. Approximately 30% of the country is prone to drought and water scarcity, posing challenges for rainfed agriculture. Inefficient water use affects other inputs, emphasizing the need for resource management and indigenous systems. This book serves as a valuable resource for farmers, students, and scholars by providing guidance on various aspects of rainfed agriculture, dryland farming, and watershed resource management techniques. It aims to optimize the use of irrigation water and foster sustainable agricultural development. Additionally, it caters to the needs of graduate and postgraduate students studying agriculture, offering specific insights relevant to their designated course on rainfed agriculture and watershed management.