Organic Farming New Advances Towards Sustainable Agricultural System
This volume provides an overview of the fundamental concepts and recent advancements in organic farming, a form of agriculture that is increasing rapidly in popularity. Readers will discover information on the history of organic farmin
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New Advances Towards Sustainable Agricultural Systems
Organic Farming
Sarath Chandran C. • Sabu Thomas • M. R. Unni Editors
Organic Farming New Advances Towards Sustainable Agricultural Systems
Editors Sarath Chandran C. Inter University Centre for Organic Farming and Sustainable Agriculture (IUCOFSA) Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam, Kerala, India
Sabu Thomas Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam, Kerala, India
M. R. Unni Inter University Centre for Organic Farming and Sustainable Agriculture (IUCOFSA) Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam, Kerala, India
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Preface
Organic farming has received considerable attention recently, especially since 2000. Growing research and academic interest have led to considerable development in this field. With conventional agriculture also following a more sustainable direction, organic farming practices will be inspiring more people towards more ethical directions. With this concept in mind, the main aim of this book is to provide an overview of different perspectives like sustainability and food security, challenges in organic farming, and the role of organic farming in maintaining ecological justice. This book springs from the Inter University Centre for Organic Farming and Sustainable Agriculture, affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India. This book provides an overview of the impact of organic farming practices on the quality of crop production, followed by a discussion on the role of organic farming in protecting
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