This comprehensive work presents a detailed understanding of the interconnections between weather, climate, and agriculture, emphasizing the importance of agro-meteorology in ensuring sustainable and climate-resilient food systems. It begins by establishing a scientific foundation on weather and climate principles, agro-climatic zones, and cropping systems, explaining how variations in temperature, rainfall, and humidity affect crop performance and resource management. The text elaborates on climate variability and its impact on agriculture, supported by discussions on agro-meteorological instruments, observation techniques, and advanced weather forecasting models that enhance precision in agricultural planning and risk mitigation. Building on these foundations, the book explores practical applications of agro-meteorological knowledge in decision-making and farm management. It covers agro-advisory services, crop-weather relationships, and yield forecasting, providing insight into how timely weather-based information empowers farmers to adapt to changing environmental conditions. The work also addresses critical challenges posed by climate change on soil health, nutrient cycling, and water resources, highlighting adaptive interventions and conservation strategies. Moreover, it delves into modern approaches, such as climate-smart agriculture, the use of remote sensing and GIS, and data-driven decision support systems that optimize agricultural productivity under climatic uncertainty. In its broader perspective, the book discusses environmental sustainability through an examination of greenhouse gas emissions, mitigation practices, and carbon sequestration strategies for enhancing ecosystem resilience. It emphasizes the integration of weather-based pest and disease forecasting and sustainable livestock management within the agro-meteorological framework. The concluding discussion underscores the role of effective policies, institutional mechanisms, and technological innovations in promoting climate-resilient agricultural systems. By merging scientific concepts with applied research and policy insights, this work serves as a valuable reference for students, researchers, and practitioners committed to advancing sustainable agriculture in the face of global climate change.
Dr. Rajashree Khatua pursued her Ph.D. in agricultural science (Agro-meteorology) from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, presently working as an Assistant Professor in the department of Agricultural Meteorology, College of Agriculture, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. Dr. Khatua has more than 35 publications, including articles in Scopus, NAAS rated and Scopus-indexed Journals and book chapters. She has published 3 Indian patents. She received several awards for outstanding teaching and research. She has organised and attended several national and international seminars.
Dr. Anita Mahapatra is presently working as a Scientist (Agronomy) at AICRP on Sunflower, OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. She has completed her undergraduate, post-graduate degree from Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India and Ph.D degree from PSB, Shantiniketan, West Bengal. A teacher with more than 15 years of teaching experience at UG and PG level and a researcher with expertise in nutrient management, weed management and sustainable crop production. She has published several research papers, review papers, book chapters, and technical articles in national and international seminars, symposia and conferences. She is a reviewer in national and international Journals, participated in numerous national and international training programs and lifetime member of several professional societies.
Dr. Soudamini Karjee pursued her PG and Ph.D. in Hort-Floriculture and Landscaping from the premier institute, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi and currently working as an Assistant Professor in the department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture, OUAT, Bhubaneswar. She has also qualified for Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for Landscaping gardens and Assistant Horticulture Officer (AHO) under Govt. of Odisha and has a work experience of 8 months as an AHO. She has published more than 15 publications including research papers, review papers, popular articles, book chapters and manuals. She has received several awards for outstanding teaching and research. She has also organized and attended various national, international seminars, workshops and trainings.
Mr. Soubhagya Behera, Assistant Professor, Department of Seed Science and Technology, completed M.Sc. Ag degree in Seed Science and Technology and presently working in Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology. Mr Behera is having 40 publications including high Impact factor, Scopus-indexed Journals, books, chapters and popular articles. Mr. Behera has been granted with one patent. Mr. Behera is an Associate Editor of Sabujeema, an international magazine. Mr. Behera is having 6 years of experience in agriculture extension service in the Govt. of Odisha in implementing both state as well as centrally sponsored schemes for the benefit of farmer. Mr. Behera was also awarded with several prestigious awards in several conferences and seminars.
1 Introduction to Agro-Meteorology and Climate Change.........................1
2 Basics of Weather and Climate in Agriculture.......................................17
3 Agro-Climatic Zones and Cropping Systems........................................35
4 Climate Variability and Its Impact on Agriculture.................................49
5 Agro-Meteorological Instruments and Observation Techniques...........65
6 Weather Forecasting: Tools, Models, and Applications.........................85
7 Agro-Advisory Services for Farmers.....................................................99
8 Crop-Weather Relationships and Yield Forecasting............................117
9 Climate Change Impacts on Soil Health and Nutrient Cycling...........137
10 Water Resources and Agro-Meteorological Interventions...................155
11 Droughts, Floods, and Extreme Weather Events in Agriculture..........177
12 Climate-Smart Agriculture: Concepts and Practices............................195
13 Role of Remote Sensing and GIS in Agro-Meteorology.....................215
14 Agro-Meteorological Data Analytics and Decision Support Systems................................................................................................231
15 Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Agriculture and Mitigation Strategies..............................................................................................247
16 Carbon Sequestration and Climate Resilience in Agro-Ecosystems....263
17 Weather-Based Pest and Disease Forecasting......................................279
18 Agro-Meteorology and Sustainable Livestock Production..................295
19 Policies and Institutional Frameworks in Agro-Meteorology..............315
