Integrating Traditional Knowledge in Modern Agricultural Extension
Integrating Traditional Knowledge in Modern Agricultural Extension
€ 17.00

Author(s):Surjya Kanta Roy, Sujay B. Kademani, Sayantani Karmakar, Amandeep Ranjan, Fatheen Abrar P.N. and Ananda K.R.
ISBN:978-3-96492-607-4
Language:English
Pages:127
Publication Year:2024
Publisher:Weser Books
Seller:Weser Books


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The book titled "Integrating Traditional Knowledge in Modern Agricultural Extension" explores the importance of Indigenous wisdom in modern agricultural practices. It begins with an overview of the history and relevance of traditional knowledge in agriculture, followed by a thorough review of Indigenous farming practices and traditional crop management systems. The book delves into how traditional knowledge contributes to the conservation of agricultural biodiversity and examines the role of ethnobotany in modern agriculture, highlighting the use of traditional plant knowledge. It also covers soil conservation and pest management strategies that are rooted in traditional practices, emphasizing their relevance in contemporary farming. Further, the book discusses the broader impact of traditional knowledge on agricultural biodiversity conservation and its role in empowering gender, bridging heritage and modernity. It provides insights into methods for identifying and documenting Indigenous Technical Knowledge (ITKs) in agriculture and concludes by exploring strategies for scaling up the integration of traditional knowledge, with a focus on policy and institutional support for sustainable agriculture. This comprehensive resource bridges the gap between traditional wisdom and modern agricultural extension, offering valuable perspectives for sustainable development.