The Secret World Beneath Our Feet
The Secret World Beneath Our Feet A huge and complex ecosystem exists underneath the Earth’s surface, fundamental to life and environmental balance. This ecosystem is comprised of soil microbes, a diverse community of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and protists, which are integral to global ecological processes. These microorganisms are indispensable for sustainable food production. They...
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Integrated Farming System: A Sustainable Model for Indian Agriculture
Integrated Farming System: A Sustainable Model for Indian Agriculture Introduction India, with its diverse agro-climatic zones and a predominantly agrarian economy, faces the dual challenge of ensuring food security and improving farmers’ livelihoods. Traditional monoculture farming has often led to soil degradation, water scarcity, and economic vulnerability. In this context, the Integrated Farming System (IFS)...
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Agriculture: A Growing Concern in the Current Era
Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Agriculture: A Growing Concern in the Current Era The rapidly growing global population places an unprecedented strain on the agricultural system to fulfill calorie needs. It is anticipated that worldwide food production will need to twofold within the next 3 decades, with food demand anticipated to rise by 70% by 2050....
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