Chittaranjan Sarangi - Böcker

This volume comprises two sections, the first of which pertains to soil fertility and nutrient management as they apply to agriculture and horticulture. The initial section covers the fundamentals of plant nutrients and their role in the nourishment of horticultural crops, as well as their behavior in the soil in relation to their availability. Additionally, it addresses challenges such as soil solution-reaction and salt content. It should be noted that all soil properties, with the exception of two products of weathering—soil texture and depth—are subject to manipulation and can be scientifically managed for profitable crop production while avoiding pollution. The second section provides an in-depth exploration of the principles outlined in the first section and offers guidance on their effective implementation to sustain agricultural and horticultural production without causing harm to the environment. The principles are explained in 20 chapters, each of which is enhanced with illustrations, figures, and tables to facilitate comprehension. Finally, the book concludes with suggestions for further reading.

Agricultural, horticultural, forestry, and fodder production, among other endeavors aimed at meeting the needs of a growing population, present significant challenges for the management of natural resources. The pursuit of short-term gains at the expense of sustainability disrupts the delicate balance of the earths forces and processes, posing a threat to its inhabitants. To address this issue, it is crucial to gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles of soil, plant, and water analysis as applied to horticulture. This understanding will facilitate the attainment of management objectives in harmony with nature. Designed as a textbook, this work will serve to educate learners on these principles, making it a valuable resource for students, planners, faculty members, and anyone else committed to achieving these goals.

This book is divided into two main sections: soil fertility and nutrient management as they apply to agriculture and horticulture. The first section addresses the plant nutrients and their role in the nutrition of horticultural crops, as well as their behavior in soil in terms of their availability. Additionally, the book discusses problems related to soil solution-reaction and salt content. All soil properties, excluding soil texture and depth (which are the two products of weathering), can be managed scientifically for profitable crop production while avoiding pollution. The second section provides guidance on how to manage these principles to sustain agricultural and horticultural production without harming the environment. This section is comprised of 20 chapters that are clearly explained with the help of pictures, figures, and tables for easy and comprehensive understanding. The book also includes suggestions for further readings at the end.