Soil Science Basics: Understanding the Foundation of Agriculture - Hardcover

Kushwaha, Saket

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1774699346 ISBN 13: 9781774699348

Verlag: Delve Publishing, 2024

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This comprehensive book provides an in-depth overview of soil science, covering topics such as soil formation, composition, and fertility. It delves into the crucial role soil plays in agriculture, highlighting the significance of proper soil management and sustainable practices. With a focus on practical applications, this book aims to equip readers with the fundamental understanding needed to optimize crop growth, maximize yields, and promote environmental stewardship. Whether you're a student, farmer, or simply curious about the science beneath our feet, Soil Science Basics is your go-to resource for unlocking the secrets of the soil.

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Prof. Saket Kushwaha, currently the Vice Chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi University is specialized in resource management and sustainable agriculture development. After his higher studies from Banaras Hindu University, he joined Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, Nigeria in 1993 and taught various courses on Agriculture Economics and Management at undergraduate, post graduate and Ph.D. level. Prof. Kushwaha rose to the rank of Professor at ATBU in the year 1999 and in 2006 he joined Bananas Hindu University (BHU), India as professor in agriculture economics and became the Vice Chancellor of Lalit Narayan Mithila University for one term 2014-2017. He has more than 100 publications in national and international journals of repute, supervised 24 Ph.D. students and authored 17 books / book chapters. Prof Kushwaha is life member of 10 Professional Bodies and sits in the panel of editorial boards. Worked extensively in the field of Zero Emission Research Initiatives (ZERI) propagating the mission of sustainable development under the aegis of “Waste is Wealth” concept. He is also the recipient of 17 national and international awards which includes award from Sulabh International Gold Medal in 2016 for sanitation management. 27 years of teaching, research, extension and community service experience with 23 years in administration. Handled over 10 national and International projects majorly funded by World Banks. Coordinated USAID project on Cowpea Research Support Programme (CRSP) in Nigeria for 10 years from 1996 to 2006. Working with NGOs and mega agriculture farms for Green Farm Planning.

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• Verlag: Delve Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2024
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1774699346
• ISBN 13: 9781774699348
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 365
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