Agronomy Essentials: Rahul’s Quick Guide for Master’s Prep

Nutrient Supply in OA

a) Nitrogen by leguminous plant.

b) Phosphorous by biological conversion of insoluble to soluble P-compounds in the soil ( by VAM).

c) Potassium by regular application of Organic matter.

 

Different types of Agriculture/ Faming

  1. Traditional Agriculture
  • Based on indigenous knowledge and practices and have evolved over many generations.

 

  1. Commercial/ Industrial/Modern Agriculture
  • Agriculture as an industrial enterprises.

 

  1. Ecological/ Eco-farming
  • No harm to environment and are aimed at minimizing the use of chemical inputs.

 

  1. Contract farming
  • Land taken on contract for cultivation of crop.

 

  1. Cooperative farming.
  • Land, equipment, labor and benefits are shared equally among the members of community.