Nutrient Management Practices in Crops and Cropping Systems

Authors: C.P. Ghonsikar & V.S. Shinde
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Language: English
Edition: 1st Edition
ISBN: 9788172331689
E-ISBN: 9789389061758
Pages: 285
Size: 5 x 7 inches
Weight: 450 gms
Binding: Hardbound
Year of Publication: 2025
Book Type: Reference Book

Overview:
Technological advancements have opened new pathways for producing more food and agricultural commodities from less land, making intensive cultivation practices the norm for feeding a growing global population. Over the past three decades, food and crop production has surged, largely due to the adoption of high-yielding varieties and increased use of chemical fertilizers. The intensification of crop growing, especially in sole cropping systems, has further contributed to the growth in agricultural productivity.

This book examines the role of fertilizers in enhancing agricultural production, highlighting the increasing reliance on non-renewable energy sources, such as chemical fertilizers, in agricultural practices. However, as energy costs escalate, challenges in increasing fertilizer consumption are becoming more apparent. The inefficiency in nutrient absorption processes further complicates the situation, leading to fertilizer use becoming an expensive endeavor, especially for resource-poor farmers.

This book offers in-depth insights into these challenges and the complexities surrounding fertilizer use, making it an essential read for researchers, students, and professionals in the field of agriculture.