Organic Sources of Plant Nutrients
R. Sathya Priya*
Dept. of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (641 003), India
N. Jagathjothi
Dept. of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (641 003), India
M. Yuvaraj
Agricultural College and Research Institute, Vazhavachanur, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (606 753), India
Jaiby Cyriac
Dept. of Botany, Newman College, Thodupuzha, Kerala (685 585), India
M. Kathiravan
Agricultural College and Research Institute, Vazhavachanur, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (606 753), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Biofertilizers, Bulky organic manure, Crop residues, Nutrient content
Abstract
Agricultural scenario in India has shown that the inadequate supply of fertilizers and their increasing cost is a significant barrier to crop development. Additionally, the gap in nutrient supply and demand is constantly growing. The simultaneous maintenance of crop productivity and soil health is a significant forthcoming big concern in agriculture. The over use of synthetic in farming practises including artificial fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides has a negative impact on the soil, human health and the ecosystem. There has been a substantial decline in soil fertility, which is having an impact on crop productivity. Pests gradually develop an immunity to insecticides when they are used excessively and uncontrolled. Therefore, the only effective substitute for synthetic fertilizers is organic farming. It is firmly believed that long-term alteration of soil attributes can boost the crop production while preserving soil performance, fertility and sustainability in organic farming.
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