
Organic Farming: Practices, Certification and Climate Smart Agriculture
Author: Sudhir Kumar Singh
Organic Farming: Practices, Certification and Climate Smart Agriculture is a comprehensive guide that explores the principles, practices, and benefits of farming without synthetic chemicals. It covers essential topics such as soil fertility management, organic inputs, crop rotation, pest and disease control, and certification standards. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical guidance, the book helps readers understand how to produce safe, nutritious, and environmentally sustainable crops. A key focus of the book is on sustainable and eco-friendly farming practices. It discusses techniques like composting, green manuring, biofertilizers, biopesticides, and organic weed management, emphasizing methods that maintain soil health and biodiversity. Case studies and practical examples illustrate how organic farming can be economically viable while minimizing negative environmental impacts.
The readership for this book includes undergraduate and postgraduate students in agriculture, researchers, agronomists, and extension workers. Farmers and entrepreneurs interested in sustainable agriculture can also benefit from its practical guidance on transitioning to organic practices. Its blend of scientific principles, practical techniques, and sustainability makes it a valuable resource for anyone involved in eco-friendly crop production.