definition of agronomy and its importance pptx

Principles of Agronomy

1. Prepared by Naveen Kumar SOA, K. K. University, Nalanda, Bihar Introduction to Agronomy, meaning, definition and its importance in agriculture

2. Agronomy:-Definition, meaning and its scope Agronomy is a greek word derived from “ agros ” meaning field and “ nomos” meaning management. Simply, it means the management of field. A gronomy is a branch of agricultural science in which we study about the management of field crops, soil and the environment. A gronomy can be defined as the branch of agricultural science in which we study about the methods that provides favourable environment for crop production to obtain higher productivity . Father of Agronomy- Peitro decresenzi

3. Principles of Agronomy Soil management Crop selection Crop management Environmental stewardship(care and management) Research and innovation

4. Who is Agronomist? An agronomist is a Scientist who studies the principles and practices of crop production and soil management for the production of food for human beings and feed for his animal. Role of Agronomist Addressing Various Problems Applying Scientific Knowledge Conducting research Managing weed problems Planning proper rotation

5. Importance of Agronomy Food security Economic stability Sustainable resource management Environmental conservation Technological advancements Climate resilience Conducting research

6. Scope of Agronomy Enhancing Crop Yields : Creating and applying methods to boost the productivity of crops. Investigating Crop Growth : Analyzing how crops grow and develop, including the various factors that influence these processes. Crop Breeding and Genetic Improvement : Developing and enhancing crops through breeding and genetic techniques to improve their performance and resilience(capacity to recover quickly). Examining Soil Characteristics and Fertility : Investigating the attributes and fertility of soil. Creating Soil Management Strategies : Formulating practices to preserve or enhance soil health. Exploring Soil-Plant Interactions and Nutrient Dynamics : Studying how soils and plants interact, focusing on the movement and availability of nutrients.