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Book Title: Organic Agriculture: Environmental Issues, Certification, and Market Dynamics

Organic Agriculture: Environmental Issues, Certification, and Market Dynamics explains organic farming as a sustainable alternative to conventional agriculture. The book traces the historical evolution of farming systems and contrasts traditional practices with the impacts of the Green Revolution. It presents organic agriculture as a holistic production system that protects soil health, biodiversity, and human well-being.
Furthermore, the book explains internationally accepted definitions and highlights the four IFOAM principles: Health, Ecology, Fairness, and Care. It also examines certification standards, regulatory frameworks, and compliance processes. In addition, the book analyses market trends, economic viability, and future opportunities in organic farming. Therefore, it offers both conceptual clarity and practical insight for sustainable food production.

About the Author

Dr. Debjani Kundu is an Assistant Professor of Agronomy at the Regional Research Station (CSZ), Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, West Bengal. She completed her M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Agronomy from G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology. Moreover, she is actively involved in research and extension work focused on organic farming, cropping systems, and nutrient management. She currently leads a research project supported by Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and mentors postgraduate and doctoral students. She has also published several...