Sustainable agricultural practices for reducing chemical inputs

Thesis Abstract

The excessive use of chemical inputs in agriculture has raised concerns about its negative impacts on human health, the environment, and the sustainability of agricultural systems. This abstract explores sustainable agricultural practices that aim to reduce the reliance on chemical inputs while maintaining or enhancing crop productivity. It discusses various strategies and technologies that can be employed to minimize the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides, and highlights their potential benefits and challenges. The abstract also emphasizes the importance of integrated pest management, organic farming methods, crop rotation, cover cropping, and precision agriculture techniques in achieving sustainable agriculture with reduced chemical inputs.