Asim Biswas

This book explores spatiotemporal analysis and impact assessment of agricultural drought in China and investigates the correlation coefficient between meteorological drought and agricultural drought. It then conducts multivariate frequency analysis of drought events using drought indices and copula functions. It aims to reveal spatiotemporal characteristics and impacts of agricultural drought in China both on vegetation phenology and productivity. The book assesses the performances of drought indices for better predicting multi-year droughts and return periods and drought risk assessment.

Vertical Farming: The Future of Agriculture covers innovative techniques like hydroponics and automation to lay out the fundamentals of vertical farming which marks a shift away from traditional farming methos. Vertical Farming is not just a theoretical exploration; it provides practical insights and actionable strategies that can be implemented to transform urban agriculture, making it more resilient and sustainable. It instructs on how vertical farming practices can meet the demands of an ever-growing urban population while mitigating the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture. This book tackles the concept and historical roots of vertical farming. It provides actionable, real-world strategies and insights to highlight the advantages of this innovative form of farming within populated urban areas experiencing food insecurity. Essential topics such as space optimization, reduced resource usage, consistent crop yield, and energy efficiency are covered in depth. The first few chapters introduce the foundational concepts and historical context of vertical farming. Following this, the book describes the technical equipment used in vertical farming systems and various hydroponic methods. Lastly, it covers practical applications, including crop selection, nursery raising, planting, care, management, and marketing. Vertical Farming is an essential resource for upper-level undergraduate students in agriculture, environmental science, urban planning, and related disciplines. It is also invaluable for researchers and professionals in sustainable agriculture, urban farming, environmental consulting, and food security. This edition contains data sets, an image bank, comprehensive case studies and worked examples as additional resources for students and instructors.

This book encompasses all aspects and perspectives of crop and climate science. It aims to serve as the authoritative resource for undergraduate students seeking answers and insights into the field of crop science and agro meteorology. The book covers a wide range of topics, starting from the foundational principles of crops and extending to various meteorological phenomena. It is built upon the latest research in crop science and agro-meteorology, providing clear and concise explanations without unnecessary filler content. The transitions between topics are smooth and coherent, ensuring optimal comprehension. The initial chapters focus on the fundamental principles of crop science, while the later sections delve into the concepts and practices of agro-meteorology. This book is specifically designed for advanced undergraduate students and beyond studying crops, meteorology, horticulture, forestry, fisheries, and related fields. Special care has been taken by authors to match the content with current scenario and advancement in the field of agriculture sciences.

The monograph focuses on agricultural meteorology and climate change and its impacts on different crops. Comprising of chapters from experts, the book discusses and provides first-hand information to the long term shifts in weather patterns and temperature impacting soil, water and crops. Each chapter focuses in detail on the impact of plant- water – soil nexus and climate change on agriculture and food security. Covering the basic concepts about the temperature, pressure and humidity correlation with the increased demands of food, the book explores in detail the impact of adverse climatic conditions like drought, floods, increasing levels of carbon dioxide emissions and other simultaneous effects like soil fertility depletion on the cropping systems and overall crop productivity. The book touches the challenges of climate change, adaptive methods, mitigation strategies, with careful explanation of governance, plans and policies required to provide guidelines to stake holdersso they can best prepare for the negative climate change impacts. While touching the agricultural challenges faced globally due to climate change, the book serves as a reference book for students, researchers and policy makers, involved in horticulture, agriculture and environmental sciences and climate change.