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Operational Agricultural Meteorology: A Realm for Sustainable Livelihoods offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between meteorology and agriculture, emphasizing its vital role in enhancing productivity, resilience, and sustainability across farming systems. In a time of growing climate uncertainty, this book brings to light the essential services and tools that agricultural meteorology provides to support informed decision-making at the farm, institutional, and policy levels. The book delves into the principles and practices of operational agricultural meteorology, covering topics such as weather and climate forecasting, agro-advisory services, early warning systems, agrometeorological data collection, and the integration of modern technologies like remote sensing, GIS, and AI-based analytics. It highlights how timely and location-specific weather and climate information can significantly reduce agricultural risks, improve resource management, and contribute to sustainable livelihood - particularly for smallholder and resource-poor farmers. Rich with real-world examples, case studies, and actionable insights, this volume provides readers with both theoretical foundations and practical guidance. It serves as a vital resource for students, researchers, extension professionals, meteorologists, development practitioners, and policymakers working at the nexus of agriculture, environment, and rural development. At its core, this book is a call to action: to strengthen the bridge between science and service, between forecast and farm, and between climate knowledge and community resilience. Through this lens, Operational Agricultural Meteorology becomes not just a field of study-but a transformative force for sustainable livelihoods and food security in a changing world.
2 612 kr
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Introductory Agricultural Meteorology is a foundational textbook that introduces students to the core principles of atmospheric and agricultural sciences, with a strong emphasis on practical applications in farming and agri-environmental management. Beginning with basic concepts such as the structure of the atmosphere, solar radiation, temperature, humidity, wind, and precipitation, the book gradually transitions into specialized areas including weather forecasting, climatic classification, microclimate management, and agrometeorological advisory services.The book explores the critical relationships between weather parameters and plant physiology, highlighting how changes in climate affect phenology, pest and disease incidence, irrigation scheduling, and crop yield forecasting. It introduces emerging themes like climate-smart agriculture, decision support systems, and the role of agrometeorology in precision farming and disaster risk reduction.Clear explanations, illustrations, case studies, and chapter-end questions make it an ideal learning tool for undergraduate students, extension workers, and aspiring agricultural professionals.This book not only serves as an academic text but also as a practical guide that empowers readers with meteorological insights essential for making informed, weather-resilient agricultural decisions.
2 219 kr
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The book Agroclimatology of Vegetable Crops: Classification and Cultivation is a specialized academic resource that focuses on the interplay between climate and vegetable crop production. This book delves into the principles of agroclimatology with a specific focus on vegetable cultivation, addressing both scientific foundations and practical applications. It emphasizes the role of climate elementssuch as temperature, rainfall, humidity, sunshine, and windin determining the growth, development, yield, and quality of various vegetable crops. Each chapter integrates agroclimatic insights with crop physiology, offering detailed analyses of weather-sensitive stages in vegetables like tomato, potato, onion, cabbage, and leafy greens.The book also examines how climate variability and extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change, impact vegetable farming systems. In response, it proposes adaptive strategies including altered sowing dates, microclimate management, use of climate-resilient varieties, and adoption of protected cultivation practices like greenhouses and net houses. The text highlights the importance of agrometeorological services such as weather forecasting, early warning systems, and advisories tailored to vegetable farmers. Various tools/techniques are also discussed for precision planning and resource optimization. Through case studies and regional analyses, the book offers practical insights for diverse agroecological zones, supporting both smallholders and commercial growers. It serves as a vital resource for researchers, extension specialists, policymakers, and students by linking agroclimatic science with strategic planning and sustainable olericultural development.
2 612 kr
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Agrometeorology, Solar Radiation, Atmospheric Pressure, Wind Patterns, Humidity, Thermal Regime, Crop Phenology, Precipitation, Cloud Classification, Monsoon Mechanism, Weather Forecasting, Climate Change, Natural Farming, Microclimate Modification, Weather Hazards, Evapotranspiration, Climate Normals, Condensation Processes, Agrometeorological Advisory Services, Drought and Flood Management Agrometeorology, Solar Radiation, Atmospheric Pressure, Wind Patterns, Humidity, Thermal Regime, Crop Phenology, Precipitation, Cloud Classification, Monsoon Mechanism, Weather Forecasting, Climate Change, Natural Farming, Microclimate Modification, Weather Hazards, Evapotranspiration, Climate Normals, Condensation Processes, Agrometeorological Advisory Services, Drought and Flood Management Agrometeorology, Solar Radiation, Atmospheric Pressure, Wind Patterns, Humidity, Thermal Regime, Crop Phenology, Precipitation, Cloud Classification, Monsoon Mechanism, Weather Forecasting, Climate Change, Natural Farming, Microclimate Modification, Weather Hazards, Evapotranspiration, Climate Normals, Condensation Processes, Agrometeorological Advisory Services, Drought and Flood Management.
2 563 kr
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Analytics in Meteorology: Data Transformation for Weather Intelligence bridges the gap between atmospheric science and modern data analytics. In an era of rapid climate change and data abundance, the book shows how to transform vast meteorological datasetsfrom satellites, ground stations, drones, and citizen scienceinto actionable insights. Covering atmospheric physics, data acquisition, quality control, statistical analysis, machine learning, visualization, and numerical weather prediction, it offers a unified framework for understanding and forecasting weather and climate. Designed for meteorologists, data scientists, researchers, students, and policymakers, this book equips readers to improve forecast accuracy, strengthen climate assessments, and support informed decision-making. Combining theory, tools, and real-world applications, it provides the essential foundation for harnessing Weather Intelligence to meet today environmental challenges.
2 065 kr
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Meteorology and Geography offers a comprehensive exploration of the vital links between atmospheric phenomena, geographical features, and aquatic ecosystems, with a special focus on their influence on fisheries science. Recognizing the long-standing gap in fisheries curricula, this book integrates meteorological and geographical principles into a unified framework, highlighting how weather patterns, ocean currents, and coastal landscapes shape fish distribution, migration, productivity, and resilience.Developed in alignment with the ICAR Sixth Deans Committee Report, the text presents complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner, enriched with clear explanations, diagrams, examples, and practical applications. The logical progression of topics ensures readers build a strong foundation before advancing to more intricate interactions between climate, terrain, and aquatic life.This resource is designed for both students and faculty. For students, it serves as a definitive guide to understanding environmental influences on fisheries, providing the analytical tools needed for sustainable resource management. For faculty, it functions as a ready-to-use, well-structured teaching aid to support engaging and effective classroom delivery.By bridging disciplines, Meteorology and Geography empowers future fisheries professionals to approach environmental challenges holistically, promoting sustainable practices and fostering a deeper appreciation for the interconnected systems that sustain aquatic life.