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Agriculture in the 21st Century Sustainability, Food, Security and Environmental Change
Dr. Sarika Bajpai, Dr. Kumari Deepa Rani and Dr. Vipul Ranjan
Format
Paperback and e – book
ISBN
978-81-69295-12-3
DOI
doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19658568
Pages
137 Pages
Price
Rs. 1000/- ( $80 )
Agriculture in the 21st Century: Sustainability, Food Security and Environmental Change provides a comprehensive and critical examination of the evolving agricultural landscape in the context of rapid environmental, economic, and social transformations. The book explores the pressing challenges of feeding a growing global population while addressing climate change, resource depletion, biodiversity loss, and socio-economic inequalities. It brings together interdisciplinary perspectives to analyze sustainable farming practices, technological innovations, policy frameworks, and the role of institutions in shaping resilient agricultural systems. Emphasis is placed on the integration of ecological principles with modern agricultural techniques, highlighting approaches such as climate-smart agriculture, agroecology, precision farming, and sustainable supply chain management. The book also examines the dynamics of food security, rural livelihoods, and global trade, offering insights into how agricultural systems can be made more inclusive, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By combining theoretical discussions with practical case studies, it aims to bridge the gap between research and real-world application. Ultimately, this work serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand and contribute to the development of sustainable and resilient agriculture in the 21st century.
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Dr. Kumari Deepa Rani is incharge of the Department of Women Studies and Assistant Professor in the University Department of Economics at Magadh University, Bodh Gaya. With over a decade of teaching and research experience, she has supervised four Ph.D. scholars and published more than 35 research papers in reputed national and international journals. She has presented her research in over 50 national and international conferences, seminars, and symposia, with a focus on economics and gender studies. Dr. Rani has also served as Assistant Professor at the University of Delhi and ARSD College before joining Magadh University. She is actively engaged in academic and administrative committees and is a frequent invited speaker at professional and scholarly forums. She is the author of two books: Goods and Services Tax (GST): An Analytical Study and Artificial Intelligence and its Emerging Area: Boon or Bane, contributing to contemporary debates in economic policy and technological impacts on society.
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Dr. Vipul Ranjan is a dedicated academician and Lecturer in the Department of Humanities and Applied Science at Government Polytechnic Tekari, Gaya. With over three years of experience, he specializes in International Trade and BRICS studies. He has authored over 10 research papers and holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Magadh University, focusing on BRICS trade patterns. A lifetime member of the Indian and Bihar Economic Associations, Dr. Ranjan actively contributes to global economic discourse. He remains committed to fostering analytical thinking and advancing research within the technical education sector.
Dr. Sarika Bajpai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Basic Sciences & Humanities at the Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her areas of interest in teaching and research include soil physico-chemical analysis, polymer composite analysis, industrial chemistry, green chemistry, and geochemistry, pollution, sustainability, and bio-organic and bioinorganic chemistry. She has written textbooks for both education and research and published widely in journals. She connects basic chemistry with ecological issues as an expert in contaminants, waste treatment, chemical dispersion (air, water, and soil), and environmental effects. She takes an active involvement in curriculum enrichment activities, research advice, and academic mentorship. Her work focuses on the use of contemporary scientific technologies and hands-on learning in the higher education system. She aspires to make a significant contribution to academic research and technical education and is dedicated to ongoing professional development.