Agroecology is defined as the production of food in the relation to the study of ecological processes applied to agricultural and environment. Agroecologists study variety of agroecosystems. This helps to minimize the pressure on the environment & ecology. The field of agroecology is not associated with any one particular method of farming, whether it is organic, sustainable, precision, integrated or conventional, intensive or extensive.
Precision Agriculture: Precision agriculture is a management strategy that relies upon specialized equipment, software and IT services that gathers processes and analyzes the real-time data about the conditions of the crops, soil and ambient air. The Sensors placed in the fields measure the moisture content and temperature of soil and surrounding air. Satellites and robotic drones provide farmers with the real-time images of individual plants.
Organic Agriculture: Organic agriculture is the production system that sustains the Soil Fertility, ecosystems and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity and farming cycles adapted to local conditions. Organic Agriculture combines traditional culture and scientific innovation to benefit and promote the good quality for all involved.
Organic farmers utilize practices that:
- Maintain and improve fertility, soil structure and biodiversity, and reduce erosion
- Reduces the risk of human, animal, and environmental exposure to toxic materials
- Fine farming practices to meet local production conditions and satisfy local markets
Sustainable Agriculture: Sustainable agriculture is farming in sustainable ways to meet the present needs, without compromising the ability for current and future generations. This also provides a potential solution to enable agricultural systems to feed a growing population within the changing environmental conditions. It is also based on understanding of ecosystem services. There are various methods to increase the sustainability of agriculture.
