Modern Techniques for Crop Management

The book provides extensive information on profitable soil less farming techniques, such as hydroponics, as well as modern techniques like precision farming, conservation agriculture, and remote sensing. It also covers the use of nanotechnology, leaf color charts for efficient nitrogen use, laser land leveling, and value-added farming practices. Climate-smart agriculture, organic farming, and global warming are also discussed, along with crop residue management techniques and the use of bioherbicides. The book also covers the latest practices for cultivating cereal, oilseed, pulse, and commercial crops. In addition, it discusses the integrated farming system and allied enterprises, as well as the important uses of medicinal, aromatic, and spice crops. The book includes information on dry land agriculture, plant nutrition, and crop management in problematic soils. It also provides tips for achieving higher crop yields and using herbicides effectively to control problematic weeds. This book will be extremely useful for students of agriculture, particularly in the field of agronomy.