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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.