In this handbook almost all the aspects related to organic farming has been covered with the balanced approach. The author demonstrates the newness of the organic concept for readers. This will help the readers to discover easily the philosophical and technical differences between organic and conventional farming systems.
Contents:
Cycle for Survival
Towards Organic Farming
Soils Environment and Plant Growth
Soil Organic Matter and Humus
In-Situ Manuring
Ex-Situ Manuring
Production of Compost
Vermi-Composting
Bio-Intensive Nutrient Management
Mechanism of Nitrogen Fixation
Ecological Pest Management
Neem: the Panacea for Organic Farming
Peripherals for Self Sustainability
Adoption and Success
Economics and Marketing
Research
Glossary
Appendix
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