Smart Management Of Conservative Organic And Integrated Agriculture

Author : Andrea Peruzzi,Christian Frasconi,Daniele Antichi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3039369865

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Smart Management of Conservative, Organic and Integrated Agriculture by Andrea Peruzzi,Christian Frasconi,Daniele Antichi Pdf

Sustainable agriculture aims to achieve the goal of food security, also maximizing the socio-economic benefits, and minimizing environmental drawbacks. Farming systems mostly relying on ecological processes and the reduced application of external inputs (fertilizers and pesticides), such as organic farming and integrated farming, can even contribute to the mitigation of global warming and of the desertification of soils. Conservation agriculture (CA) is also widely recognized as a farming system able to preserve soils from erosion and nutrient loss, increase soil organic matter and carbon sink capacity, and improve biological and physical fertility. Nevertheless, CA systems generally rely on the large use of agrochemicals (above all, herbicides and fertilizers) in order to sustain crop production, with negative consequences in terms of energy efficiency and environmental impact. This also does not enable an easy transfer of CA techniques into organic and integrated farming systems, a combination that might enhance the environmental benefits of these farming systems. In this regard, this Special Issue deals with the "Smart Management of Conservative, Organic, and Integrated Agriculture". We invited experts and researchers to contribute with original researches, reviews, and opinion pieces covering all topics related to organic, integrated, and conservative farming systems. The published articles concern with the most important aspects of these innovative systems, such as performances of farm machinery and agro-ecological strategies aiming at sustaining crop production whilst reducing the need for agrochemicals.

Author : Subhash Babu,Sanjay Singh Rathore,Vinod Kumar Singh,Raghavendra Singh
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2023-10-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9782832536513

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Integrated Organic Farming Systems: Approach for Efficient Food Production and Environmental Sustainability by Subhash Babu,Sanjay Singh Rathore,Vinod Kumar Singh,Raghavendra Singh Pdf

Researchers and policy planners are in search of a solution to address the twin challenges of maximizing agricultural production while maintaining/ improving ecosystem sustainability. Enhancing farm productivity is needed in certain regions of the world to satisfy local food consumption and farmers' needs. Linear economy-based-input intensive conventional agriculture (CAPS) has increased production output but has not made agriculture more sustainable. Henceforth, a farming system that aims to reduce the adverse impact on the environment, as well as enhance agricultural productivity by reducing environmental footprint and improving soil health and economic wellbeing is needed in the present day. Integrated organic farming systems (IOFS) involve residue recycling, bio-intensive cropping, high-tech horticulture, mushroom, dairy, poultry, fishery, apiary, etc can improve the ecosystem health and augment the income and livelihood security of the growers. Worldwide, IOFS are gaining popularity due to improved ecosystem services and improving farm productivity and livelihood security. Hence, IOFS- a circular economy-based (reuse-recycle-repair) agricultural production system can be alternatives to energy-intensive inputs based on CAPS. Hence, there is an urgent need to select suitable IOFS models with proper resource optimization for productivity maximization and better ecosystem sustainability. Undoubtedly IOFS reduces energy use from synthetic agrochemicals but food production in IOFS is highly dependent on fossil fuel energy that must be addressed urgently. Despite the enormous positive outlooks, there are several challenges in the adoption of IOFS models. The IOFS is a multiproduct-oriented production system that needs multi specialties and marketing. Capacity building and infrastructure development are also great challenges in adopting IOFS. Moreover, the development of IOFS models is highly individualistic, and location-specific production systems need proper resource optimization and characterization. Hence, the development of site-specific IOFS models to maintain food quality with productivity improvement is a genuine issue to the researchers, which needs to be addressed. Papers (original research/review/letter to the editors) spanning across the discipline related to the IOFS development in sustainable ways are encouraged for inclusion in this research topic. Papers should explicitly cover ecosystem restoration, farm productivity, and profitability and could have a specific focus on the following areas: -the IOFS models for enhancing productivity and environmental quality through an integrated management approach aiming at the maximization of use efficiencies -the management of biomass waste to restore the soil fertility, and ecosystem services the effect of integrated management practices on greenhouse gas emissions and energy use -Critical approaches for climate-smart food production systems

Author : Acram Taji,John Reganold
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2006-06-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780643099395

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Organic Agriculture by Acram Taji,John Reganold Pdf

With global revenue surpassing twenty-five billion dollars annually, organic agriculture is a highly visible and rapidly growing component of agricultural production. In Organic Agriculture: A Global Perspective, Paul Kristiansen, Acram Taji, and John Reganold, and their international group of contributors scientifically review key aspects of organic agriculture. At the intersection of research, education, and practice, the contributors look at the organic agricultural movement’s successes and limitations. The first half of this book critically evaluates the agricultural production of both plants and livestock in organic farming systems. All major aspects of organic agriculture are explored, including historical background and underlying principles, soil-fertility management, crop and animal production, breeding strategies, and crop protection. This global and comprehensive overview also addresses the economic, social, and political aspects of organic farming. These include economics and marketing; standards and certification; environmental impacts and social responsibility; and research, education, and extension. The book is a unique and timely science-based international work documenting current practices in organic agriculture and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. For more than two decades, research into organic methods by mainstream scientists has generated a large body of information that can now be integrated and used for assessing the actual impacts of organic farming in a wide range of disciplines. The knowledge of selected international experts has been combined in one volume, providing a comprehensive review of organic farming globally. Researchers, teachers, extensionists, students, primary producers and others around the world who are interested in sustainable agriculture will find this book to be a valuable and reliable resource.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Alternative agriculture
ISBN : UVA:X002397239

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Sustainable Agriculture in Print by Anonim Pdf

Author : Stephen R. Gliessman,Martha Rosemeyer
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2009-12-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781420003598

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The Conversion to Sustainable Agriculture by Stephen R. Gliessman,Martha Rosemeyer Pdf

With all of the environmental and social problems confronting our food systems today, it is apparent that none of the strategies we have relied on in the pasthigher-yielding varieties, increased irrigation, inorganic fertilizers, pest damage reductioncan be counted on to come to the rescue. In fact, these solutions are now part of the problem. It i

Author : Sarath Chandran,Unni M.R,Sabu Thomas
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128132739

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Organic Farming by Sarath Chandran,Unni M.R,Sabu Thomas Pdf

Organic Farming: Global Perspectives and Methods explores the core definition and concepts of organic farming in sustainability, its influence on the ecosystem, the significance of seed, soil management, water management, weed management, the significance of microorganisms in organic farming, livestock management, and waste management. The book provides readers with a basic idea of organic farming that presents advancements in the field and insights on the future. Written by a team of global experts, and with the aim of providing a current understanding of organic farming, this resource is valuable for researchers, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows from academia and research institutions. Presents the basic principles of organic farming and sustainable development Discusses the role of soil in organic agriculture Addresses various strategies in seed processing and seed storing, seed bed preparation, watering of seeds and seed quality improvement Includes updated information on organic fertilizers and their preparation techniques

Author : Sean Clark
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2018-07-17
Category : Agriculture (General)
ISBN : 9783038423041

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Sustainable Agriculture–Beyond Organic Farming by Sean Clark Pdf

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Sustainable Agriculture–Beyond Organic Farming" that was published in Sustainability

Author : Ralph C. Martin,Rod MacRae
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466568372

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Managing Energy, Nutrients, and Pests in Organic Field Crops by Ralph C. Martin,Rod MacRae Pdf

The use of organic management practices in field cropping continues to rise globally, and these methods have proven to be a viable way to produce food with reduced resource use and environmental damage. Managing Energy, Nutrients, and Pests in Organic Field Crops challenges the popular misconception that organic systems are weak at managing energy,

Author : William Lockeretz
Publisher : CABI
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780851998336

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Organic Farming by William Lockeretz Pdf

This book discusses organic farming with regards to the origins and principles, policies and markets, organizations and institutions, and future concepts.

Author : USDA Study Team on Organic Farming (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Organic farming
ISBN : UCD:31175020699768

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Report and Recommendations on Organic Farming by USDA Study Team on Organic Farming (U.S.) Pdf

Abstract: A comprehensive USDA study of organic farming inthe U.S., Japan, and Europe is focused on the rationales for choosing this method, the sociopolitical influences,technology and management systems, economic factors andsuccess, research and educational needs, and implementationmethods. Interest in organic farming is increasing as theadverse effects of intensive chemical farming become betterknown, such as costs and availability of energy and chemical fertilizer, decline of soil productivity, environmentalpollution, health hazards, and the decline of the familyfarm and local marketing. A few of the findings of the study are that the organic farming movement covers a widespectrum of practice and is not limited by size; ismotivated by concerns for conservation, health, and costcontrol; uses modern techniques, equipment, and managementpractices; is suited to crop-livestock interdependence; andis more labor intensive, less energy consuming, and lessprofitable than conventional farming.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Sustainable agriculture
ISBN : MINN:31951D01472321J

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Sustainable Agriculture in Print by Anonim Pdf

Author : Elizabeth Henderson,Karl North
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781603583565

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Whole-Farm Planning by Elizabeth Henderson,Karl North Pdf

Why do whole-farming planning? What makes it more effective than other ways of managing farms? The answers to these questions lie in a quiet rediscovery through science that is fundamentally changing the way modern humans see and must manage the world. The goal of this whole-farm planning manual is to reintroduce a macroscopic method of making and testing decisions on the farm and in larger wholes in which we live. This NOFA guide has information on: Lessons from systems science (including tools) Assessing the whole farm (what are we managing? the people, physical and mental assets, money) Understanding the farm ecosystems (the water and mineral cycles, dynamics of the biological community, the energy flow) Choosing appropriate tools Making a framework to test decisions Including examples and statements from practicing farmers, and more holistic resources and alternative business models.

Author : Niels Halberg,Adrian Muller
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781136469374

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Organic Agriculture for Sustainable Livelihoods by Niels Halberg,Adrian Muller Pdf

This book provides a timely analysis and assessment of the potential of organic agriculture (OA) for rural development and the improvement of livelihoods. It focuses on smallholders in developing countries and in countries of economic transition, but there is also coverage of and comparisons with developed countries. It covers market-oriented approaches and challenges for OA as part of high value chains and as an agro-ecologically based development for improving food security. It demonstrates the often unrecognised roles that organic farming can play in climate change, food security and sovereignty, carbon sequestration, cost internalisations, ecosystems services, human health and the restoration of degraded landscapes. The chapters specifically provide readers with: an overview of the state of research on OA from socio-economic, environmental and agro-ecological perspectives an analysis of the current and potential role of OA in improving livelihoods of farmers, in sustainable value chain development, and in implementation of agro-ecological methods proposed strategies for exploiting and improving the potential of OA and overcoming the constraints for further development a review of the strengths and weaknesses of OA in a sustainable development context

Author : Mary V. Gold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Alternative agriculture
ISBN : MINN:31951D01062921T

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Sustainable Agriculture by Mary V. Gold Pdf

Author : Dan Rigby,Daniel Caceres
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Sustainable agriculture
ISBN : WISC:89064745813

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The Sustainability of Agricultural Systems by Dan Rigby,Daniel Caceres Pdf