Management options to mitigate the adverse effects of aberrant weather can minimise the risk of total crop failure. Late Onset of Monsoon: Crops and varieties recommended for normal onset of monsoon may not be remunerative for delayed sowing due to late onset of monsoon. Two management options under these circumstances are transplanting and alternate crops/varieties. […]
Mitigating the Adverse Effects of Aberrant Weather | Crop Failure | Agronomy
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Hazards of Improved Crop Production Technology | Agriculture | Agronomy
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The following points highlight the six major hazards of improved crop production technology. The hazards are: 1. Reduction in Biodiversity 2. Buildup of Pests, Diseases and Weeds 3. Hazards of Indiscriminate Use of Agrochemicals 4. Accelerated Soil Erosion 5. Irrigation Related Problems 6. Depletion of Soil Fertility. Hazard # 1. Reduction in Biodiversity: Development of […]
Methods Used for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) | Essay | Agronomy
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In this essay we will discuss about the cultural, behavioural and biological methods adopted for Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Cultural Methods for Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Agronomic adjustments, necessary for higher yield, are at the same time are directed at preventing mass multiplication and spread of pests by modifying the crop microclimate. a. Sanitation: It […]