Book Details

Author: N. Thavaprakash, K. Velayudham
ISBN: 9788127240394
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Kalyani Publications
Language: English
Pages: 712
Edition: 2nd Edition (Revised & Enlarged)
Publication Year: 2025
Dimensions: 24 × 18 × 3 cm

About the Book
Objective Agronomy by N. Thavaprakash and K. Velayudham is a thoroughly revised and enlarged edition designed specifically for students, agricultural professionals, and aspirants preparing for ICAR, Civil Services, and other competitive examinations in agriculture. Renowned for its comprehensive coverage and objective-oriented approach, the book serves as an indispensable guide for mastering the core principles of agronomy and agricultural sciences.

The book systematically covers a wide range of topics, including agriculture and agronomy, agricultural meteorology, crop growth and development, soils and their properties, tillage practices, crop production techniques, soil fertility management, irrigation and water management, weed management, dryland agriculture, soil and water conservation, cropping and farming systems, agroforestry, problem soil management, sustainable agriculture, precision farming, and the applications of GIS and GPS in agriculture. It also includes agricultural statistics, useful appendices, and model question papers to strengthen examination readiness.