About the Book: New Horizons in Agriculture: Lab to Land
The landscape of food production in the country has transformed rapidly with
advances in Agricultural Sciences. Agricultural techniques, particularly those
introduced post-independence, have significantly boosted food production, which
now exceeds 309 million tonnes—a six-fold increase. The Green Revolution,
initiated in the 1960s, brought high-yielding varieties (HYVs) of crops like
Mexican dwarf wheat, hybrid sorghum, maize, and rice, alongside innovative
techniques in plant population optimization, soil fertility management, and pest
control.
The book "New Horizons in Agriculture: Lab to Land" explores these advancements
across 12 chapters, focusing on enhancing crop production through innovative,
field-tested tools and techniques. It aims to