Farming System and Sustainable Agriculture 1st Edition

Capture the future of farming with Farming System and Sustainable Agriculture, 1st Edition by Alok Kumar Patra — an essential guide that bridges scientific insight and on-the-ground practicality for modern agriculture.

This thoughtfully written volume dives into integrated farming systems, soil and water conservation, agroecological principles, crop diversification, and climate-resilient practices tailored for smallholder and commercial farms alike. Grounded in current research yet rich with real-world examples relevant to India and South Asia, the book equips students, extension professionals, researchers, and progressive farmers with tools to design productive, profitable, and environmentally sound farming systems.

Learn how to optimize resource use, enhance soil health, and implement sustainable cropping sequences that improve yields while reducing environmental impact. Clear explanations of farming systems research methods, policy implications, and management strategies make complex concepts accessible and immediately applicable. Practical insights for water-efficient irrigation, integrated nutrient management, and farm diversification show how sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.

Whether you’re preparing for academic study, advising rural communities, or transforming your own farm, this book offers a comprehensive roadmap to resilient agriculture. Its regional focus and actionable guidance make it particularly valuable for practitioners across tropical and subtropical zones.

Ready to transform practice with proven, research-based strategies? Add Farming System and Sustainable Agriculture by Alok Kumar Patra to your collection and start building sustainable, high-performing farming systems today.

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