Introduction

This book is intended as a professional basic textbook for undergraduate level students of organic farming. At the postgraduate level also it will be very useful for students of agriculture in particular and farming system.

In addition, the textbook will be a valuable reference on farming systems for candidates appearing in competitive examinations including agricultural research services.

Content Coverage

The textbook covers concepts and relevance of organic farming in present context: organic manures, vermi-composting, green manuring, recycling of organic residues, biofertilizers, soil improvements and amendments, sustainable agriculture, and integrated farming system.

Purpose and Audience

It is a comprehensive basic textbook on integrated farming systems and will specifically meet the requirements of students of agronomy courses being taught at the university.