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Purnendu Sardar

Postdoctoral fellow

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Traditional knowledge in soil management and water conservation : Perspectives from the agrodiverse state of Uttar Pradesh, India

Author

  • Himanshu Sahu
  • Pooja Purohit
  • Arun Pratap Mishra
  • Amit Kumar
  • Purnendu Sardar
  • Bojan Đurin
  • Upaka Rathnayake

Summary, in English

Soil management is a crucial aspect of sustainable agriculture, and traditional knowledge has played a pivotal role in shaping practices that maintain soil health over time. This study examines the significance of traditional soil management techniques used in Uttar Pradesh, India, and assesses their effectiveness in addressing modern agricultural challenges. The primary objective of this analysis is to investigate how indigenous practices, such as crop rotation, intercropping, organic manure application, and traditional water conservation techniques, contribute to soil fertility and sustainability. By examining these traditional methods, the study aims to assess their potential for integration with contemporary agricultural practices to enhance overall soil health and agricultural productivity. A comprehensive analysis of existing literature was conducted to synthesize findings from various studies on traditional soil management practices in Uttar Pradesh. The analysis highlights the mechanisms by which these practices affect soil properties and fertility and identifies the strengths and limitations associated with their use. The findings reveal that traditional methods offer significant benefits, including enhanced soil structure, improved nutrient availability, and increased moisture retention. However, challenges such as limited adoption of modern technologies and varying regional practices are also noted. The integration of traditional knowledge with modern techniques is evaluated as a means to address these challenges and optimize soil management strategies. This analysis bridges the gap between traditional knowledge and contemporary agricultural practices, providing valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners. The study underscores the importance of integrating traditional soil management practices with modern approaches to foster sustainable agriculture in Uttar Pradesh and similar regions.

Department/s

  • Dept of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science
  • Centre for Advanced Middle Eastern Studies (CMES)
  • MECW: The Middle East in the Contemporary World
  • BECC: Biodiversity and Ecosystem services in a Changing Climate

Publishing year

2025-04-29

Language

English

Pages

1-18

Publication/Series

Asian Journal of Water, Environment and Pollution

Volume

22

Issue

2

Document type

Journal article

Publisher

AccScience Publishing

Topic

  • Soil Science
  • Environmental Sciences and Nature Conservation (including Biodiversity)
  • Agricultural Science

Keywords

  • Crop rotation
  • Indigenous practices
  • Organic manuring
  • Soil fertility
  • Soil management
  • Sustainable agriculture
  • Traditional knowledge

Status

Published

ISBN/ISSN/Other

  • ISSN: 0972-9860