Advances in Rice Cultivation: A Complete Guide on Rice
by C Karthikeyan, KA Ponnusamy
ISBN: 9789386615336
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Imprint : DAYA
Year : 2018
Price : Rs. 9995.00
Biblio : x+288 p., 25 cm
Author Profile
Dr. K.A. Ponnusamy obtained his M.Sc.(Ag.) and Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension from Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. He was a gold medallist and best Ph.D. student of IARI. Presently, working as the Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore. Earlier he worked as Deputy Director (Extension) at National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad. Published many papers in reputed National and International journals and edited few books in Agricultur
About The Book
In this book experts from various disciplines were contributed to bring out the book on rice cultivation to facilitate the dissemination of advanced rice information to the Rice Scientists, Extension Officials and other Stakeholders. This book will explain the present and future scenario of rice at national and international level. It covers the following major aspects such as new rice varieties, seed technology, soil science, agronomy, crop physiology, plant protection, harvest, value addition,
Table of Contents
Foreword v
Preface vii
1. Overview of World Rice Economy: Status, Challenges and Future 1
2. Landraces of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Tamil Nadu:
Their Conservation and Utilization 13
3. Rice Production in Tamil Nadu: Challenges and Opportunities 31
4. Rice: Genesis and Improvement 41
5. Optimized Land Preparation for Rice Cultivation 55
6. Rice Nursery: Types, Practices and Issues 61
7. Nutrient Management in Rice 71
8. Water Management in Rice 107
9. Weed Management in Rice 119
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