Mulching for Increasing Productivity and Profitability

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Mulching for Increasing Productivity and Profitability (Volume - 1)

Editor

Dr. Debasish Borah

Senior Scientist and Head, KVK Udalguri, AAU, Lalpool, Assam, India

About Book

Mulching for Increasing Productivity and Profitability is an edited volume that compiles research and practical insights on the benefits of mulching in modern agriculture. This comprehensive book explores various mulching techniques, including organic and synthetic materials, and their role in improving soil health, conserving moisture, enhancing nutrient cycling, and controlling weeds. It delves into the impact of mulching on crop yield, plant growth, and profitability by reducing the need for irrigation and chemical inputs. Through detailed case studies and evidence-based analysis, the book highlights the economic advantages of mulching in different agricultural systems and its potential to increase productivity while promoting environmental sustainability. Serving as an essential resource for students, researchers, and practitioners, it provides valuable guidance on how mulching can be integrated into farming practices for enhanced productivity and profitability.

Scope

Concepts, Scopes, Importance of mulching, Advantages of mulching, Organic mulches – types and method of use, benefit of using organic mulches, living mulches, Synthetic mulches - types, advantages and constraints, In situ production and management of mulches, Mulch as a component of Natural Farming, Research and Development using mulches for increasing productivity, profitability for increasing farmers income, effect of mulches on different crops, experimental findings, Future strategy

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Deadline

25 Nov 2025

Publication Fee

E-Chapter Publication: Rs. 1,300 (For foreign Authors: US$ 30).
E-Book chapter Benefits: ISBN, DOI, Publication Certificate and Acceptance Letter to each author.
Optional: If you require a printed version of your book chapter: Available at an additional ₹500. Per copy of the complete book, including postal charges.
If you need a hard copy along with the e-chapter publication, the total cost will be ₹1,800 (For foreign Authors: US$ 50).