Publisher's Synopsis
Agriculture is the pillar of human existence as it provides us with food, timber, fibre, etc. Crop production is the branch of agriculture which specifically deals with growing plants to convert them into usable items such as food, clothing, medicine, etc. This book traces the progress of this field and highlights some of its key concepts and applications. The various studies that are constantly contributing towards advancing technologies and evolution of this field are examined in detail. The topics covered in this book offer the readers new insights in the area of agricultural crop production. It will prove to be a valuable source of reference for agriculturists, environmentalist, researchers and students alike.