Current Progress in Agronomy: Volume I
Current Progress in Agronomy: Volume I by Jamie Hanks, published by Callisto Reference in 2015, offers an in-depth exploration of agronomy, the science focused on soil, water, and crop management principles. This edition, comprising 224 pages, presents methods aimed at enhancing agricultural practices to improve crop productivity and quality.
Readers will find a comprehensive examination of various agronomic activities, including soil fertility restoration, seed bed preparation, and crop variety improvement. The book also discusses essential practices such as crop rotation, irrigation, and pest management, along with the role of biotechnology in agriculture. By addressing these topics, this volume contributes to a better understanding of how agronomy can transform agricultural practices globally.
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The science of studying soil, water and crop management principles and practices is know as agronomy. It is concerned with improving the agricultural practices by drawing out methods that would increase the productivity by providing favorable conditions to the crops. Agronomic activities like restoring soil fertility, preparation of good seed bed, improving crop varieties, and managing soil resources help in getting a better yield and good quality of produce. Agronomy also takes care of crop rotation, irrigation, weed control, insecticides and pesticides and plant breeding. It also uses biotechnology to achieve its objectives, like introducing desired characteristics to a crop or eliminating undesired traits. It is an approach that will change the face of agriculture in the world.
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