Shikha Yadav – författare

Agricultural Finance & Cooperation is an essential textbook that covers the complexities of contemporary agriculture by focusing on financial principles, fund procurement, and efficient utilization of funds, as well as cooperative approaches and the history of cooperation. This comprehensive guide is designed to equip students, educators, and practitioners with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the dynamic landscape of agriculture and agricultural finance.The book also discusses the background, function, and purpose of key financial institutions and rural development programs. With the aid of suitable examples, the financial and economic aspects of agricultural development plans, as well as their evaluation methodologies, are clarified. The book provides an in-depth description of farm financial analysis tools, their uses, and their various forms, supported by pertinent evidence. The textbook includes objective questions at the end of the appendices to assess students comprehension.This textbook is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students studying agriculture, financial management, agribusiness, rural development, and related fields. Additionally, it serves as an indispensable resource for agricultural professionals, extension officers, and anyone interested in the sustainable growth and development of agriculture.

This book provides a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic and environmental conditions affecting agriculture development and management. The book describes the current challenges that agriculture sectors face today, and it also explores how advanced geospatial technologies can be used to overcome these challenges and promote sustainable agricultural practices. Geospatial technologies can be advantageous to evaluate the increasing demands of agriculture production and productivity, which help maintain and enhance sustainability and strengthen the capacity for crop adaptation in response to drastic changes in climatic phenomena and others. The volume is of paramount importance as it also addresses the ongoing challenges of climate change, food security, and the need for sustainable agricultural practices. By highlighting the significance of policy-driven approaches and cutting-edge technologies, the book covers the crucial role that advanced technology, climate change impacts, and economic strategies play in shaping the future of agriculture. The book mainly focuses on the critical role of geospatial technology, including GIS, remote sensing, drone technology, deep and machine learning and artificial intelligence. The book includes various case studies to show how these technologies have been used and how they can be further developed to promote agriculture sustainability. This book serves as an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, and academicians.