The book on dryland agriculture endeavors to acquaint readers with the unique characteristics of dry farming while delving into subjects such as drought management, soil and water management, crop production techniques, crops and cropping patterns, intercropping systems, suitable plant varieties, biodiversity, and climate-resilient practices to counter the challenges posed by climate change and dryland agriculture. The overriding objective of the book is to offer practical solutions to the challenges confronting dryland agriculture. The book targets the requirements of agricultural scientists, students, educators, extension workers, and knowledgeable farmers.

The book on dryland agriculture endeavors to acquaint readers with the unique characteristics of dry farming while delving into subjects such as drought management, soil and water management, crop production techniques, crops and cropping patterns, intercropping systems, suitable plant varieties, biodiversity, and climate-resilient practices to counter the challenges posed by climate change and dryland agriculture. The overriding objective of the book is to offer practical solutions to the challenges confronting dryland agriculture. The book targets the requirements of agricultural scientists, students, educators, extension workers, and knowledgeable farmers.

Content

1. Drought and Drought Management in Dryland Agriculture2. Efficient Plant Types for Dryland Agriculture 3. Soil and Water Management in Drylands 4. Crops and Cropping Systems in Dryland Agriculture 5. Challenges in Crop Production on Drylands 6. Intercropping in Dryland Agriculture 7. Farming Systems for Dryland Agriculture 8. Climate Change and Dryland Agriculture 9. Climate Resilient Practices for Dryland Agriculture 10. Alternate Land Use Systems in Drylands 11. Biotic Stresses in Dryland Agriculture 12. Biodiversity in Dryland Agriculture 14. Economy of Small Farmer 15. References