Description
The Practical Manual on Biopesticides and Biofertilizers (V-1) has been meticulously designed to provide students, researchers and practitioners with hands-on knowledge of eco-friendly plant protection and nutrient management technologies. With growing concerns over environmental degradation, soil health and pesticide residues, the shift toward sustainable agriculture has become imperative. This manual offers step-by-step laboratory and field protocols for the isolation, mass multiplication, formulation, quality testing and application techniques of major biopesticides such as Trichoderma, Beauveria, Metarhizium, Bacillus thuringiensis and NPV, alongside biofertilizers like Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillum, PSB and VAM. Designed in accordance with ICAR and SAU syllabus requirements, the manual emphasizes practical clarity, result interpretation and real-world applicability. It serves as a vital tool for promoting organic farming, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), ultimately contributing to climate-resilient and sustainable agriculture.
