Wednesday, 5 December 2012

Agriculture notes prepared by IAS Topper for all agriculture based competitive exams-Agronomy-Principles of sustainable agriculture


Principles of sustainable agriculture

Definition: “Sustainable agriculture is a form of agriculture aimed at meeting the needs of present generation without endangering the resource base of future generations”
Principles:
1.      Production strategies based on biological potential, biological diversity, land conservation, restoration and sustainable intensification.
2.      Water saving, equity in water sharing and efficiency in water delivery and use. This means integrated water management.
3.      Integrated soil and nutrient management. Indian soils are not only thursty, also hungry, so proper management is vital
4.      Integrated disease, pest and weed management are the most important principles for sustainable agriculture.
5.      Whole plant utilization methods and preparation of value added products
6.      Widening genetic diversity and location specific varieties are essential for achieving the objectives of sustainable management

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