Introduction to Agronomy

Agronomy is that branch of agriculture, which deals with the study of plants in order to get food, fiber, fuel, etc. The major topics included in agronomy are plant breeding, crop rotation, soil classification, weed control, irrigation, plant physiology, soil fertility, pest control, etc. This book provides detailed information about the subject of agronomy. It aims to understand the various topics that fall under this discipline, and also examines the techniques and how these have practical applications. Coherent flow of topics and student friendly language make this text an invaluable source of knowledge.