Technologies, Programs, and Policies for Enhancing Soil Organic Carbon in Rainfed Dryland Ecosystems of India

Rao, Ch. Srinivasa; Rakesh, S.; Kumar, Ghanendra; Pilli, Kiran; Manasa, R.; Sahoo, Samaresh; Kundu, Sumanta; Prasad, J. V. N. S.; Pratibha, G.; Swamy, G. Narayana

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“…These organic materials contribute to enhanced plant development and increased yield, showcasing their potential as beneficial amendments in agricultural practices. According to Muzamil et al (2021) and Rao et al 2022), enhancing soil fertility is bolstered through the incorporation of natural materials, enriching soil organic content. The practice of modifying soil aims to enhance its structure and physical attributes, like its ability to retain water, permeability, water penetration, drainage, aeration, all conducive to fostering optimal conditions for root development (Franzluebbers, 2023;Shakywal et al, 2023).…”

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Potential of Albizia zygia and Albizia lebbeck leafy biomasses as organic soil amendments on the growth and yield of okra, Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench

Mohammed,

Tackie,

Addai

2024

J. Biotechnol. Biodivers.

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In the array to assess the suitability of using amendments from nitrogen fixing trees in agroforestry, the response of okra to Albizia lebbeck and Albizia zygia leafy biomasses as soil amendments were investigated at the Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources Demonstration Farm in the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi-Ghana. The objective of this study was to assess the effect of different levels of A. lebbeck and A. zygia leafy biomasses on the growth and yield of okra in a randomized complete block design. Four treatments were used and allocated as T1 (Control, no biomass), T2 (0.2454 kg of A. lebbeck leafy biomass per 2.7 m2), T3 (0.2932 kg of A. zygia leafy biomass per 2.7 m2), T4 (0.2127 kg of A. lebbeck leafy biomass + 0.1466 kg of A. zygia leafy biomass per 2.7 m2. The treatments were replicated four times. Growth in height, stem diameter, fruit yield and fruit dry weight were the parameters investigated on. The application of A. lebbeck and A. zygia leafy biomasses as soil amendment significantly improve the growth (height and stem diameter) and yield (fruit yield and fruit dry weight) of okra compared to the control treatment during the twelve weeks period of the experiment (p˂0.05). Therefore, A. lebbeck and A. zygia leafy biomass amendments are recommended for use by okra farmers, as it has great prospects for use in soil fertility improvement.

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Section: Effect Of Albizia Lebbeck and Albizia Zygia Leafy Biomass On...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Potential of Albizia zygia and Albizia lebbeck leafy biomasses as organic soil amendments on the growth and yield of okra, Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench

Mohammed,

Tackie,

Addai

2024

J. Biotechnol. Biodivers.

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“…Climate change has caused significant challenges in recent years, reducing crop productivity, favouring the spread of weeds, pests, and other diseases, and altering the nutritional value and composition of crops [38,39,40]. Thus, there is a need for climateresilient farming techniques that may increase agricultural output and withstand changing climatic conditions.…”

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Millets Based Integrated Farming System for Food and Nutritional Security, Constraints and Agro-Diversification Strategies to Fight Global Hidden Hunger: A Review

Tiwari,

Singh,

Naresh

et al. 2023

IJPSS

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Globally, there is an increase in hidden hunger; a type of malnutrition brought about by a lack of certain micronutrients (Mg, Na, K, Cu, Mn, Mb, Zn, Cr, Su, and Cl). This review tries to investigate the possibilities of millet-based integrated farming system as a tool to tackle this global menace. Small-seeded grains known as millets are renowned for their great nutritional value and resistance to a variety of agro-ecological situations. Millets are high in fibre, protein and micronutrients However, there has been a drop in consumption and cultivation of millets in many countries despite their nutritional potential because of a variety of issues which include: limited access to better seed varieties, a lack of post-harvest infrastructure, shaky market relations, and insufficient policy backing millet production and sales. This review tends to offer important suggestions for overcoming these limitations and encouraging agro-diversification initiatives. These suggestions are: stepping up research and development to improve the adaptability and nutritional value of millet varieties, putting policies in place that support millet marketing and production, setting up a productive post-harvest infrastructure, and raising consumer awareness of and demand for millet-based products. Moreover, encouraging cooperation among many stakeholders, which includes: farmers, researchers, policymakers, and consumers, is essential to create a favourable climate for the adoption and expansion of integrated agricultural systems based on millets. Conclusion: Embracing millets as a cornerstone of integrated farming systems will allow diversification of agricultural methods, which will improve ecosystem services such as soil health and biodiversity which can considerably help to combat hidden hunger and ensure global food and nutritional security.

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Technologies, Programs, and Policies for Enhancing Soil Organic Carbon in Rainfed Dryland Ecosystems of India

Cited by 2 publications

References 71 publications

Potential of Albizia zygia and Albizia lebbeck leafy biomasses as organic soil amendments on the growth and yield of okra, Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench

Potential of Albizia zygia and Albizia lebbeck leafy biomasses as organic soil amendments on the growth and yield of okra, Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench

Millets Based Integrated Farming System for Food and Nutritional Security, Constraints and Agro-Diversification Strategies to Fight Global Hidden Hunger: A Review

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