|
|
| |
TGI Open Access Books Series
Mountain
Ecosystems and
Resources Management
Volume 1
Edited by: Hasrat Arjjumend
ISBN: 978-1-7778455-0-6
Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/mount.a
Copyright © Contributors & Hasrat Arjjumend, 2023
Chapter 8
Overview
Contents
Integrated Management of Land, Water and Bioresources for Sustainable Agriculture in North Eastern Region of India
Sanjay-Swami
School of Natural Resource Management, College of Postgraduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences, Central Agricultural University Imphal, Umiam (Barapani) – 793103, Meghalaya, India.
Email: sanjayswamionline@gmail.com | ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8961-4671
Abstract
The ecosystem approach is a strategy for the integrated management of land, water and living resources that promotes conservation and sustainable use in an equitable way. There is no single way to implement the ecosystem approach, as it depends on local, provincial, national, regional or global conditions. The North Eastern Region (NER) of India represents three geographies (East Himalayas, Brahmaputra Valley, and North East Hills) and covers about 7.7 percent of the total geographic area of India. Around 56 percent of the cultivated area of the NER is under low altitude (valley or lowland), 33 percent under mid-altitude (flat upland), and the rest under high altitude (upland terrace). The environment, local conditions, socio-economic and socio-cultural life of different tribal communities and the rituals associated with agricultural practices have developed many Indigenous farming systems, which have in-built eco-friendly systems for conservation, preservation and utilization of natural resources. However, with the passage of time, some of these practices have been further refined and modified to cater the location specific present day needs for conservation of natural resources, particularly soil and water resources. The present article is to discuss some important ecosystem approaches/traditional practices followed in the North Eastern Region with recent innovations to make agriculture more efficient and more sustainable.
Keywords
Ecosystem approach; North Eastern region; Integrated management of resources; Sustainable agriculture
Citation
Sanjay-Swami (2023). Integrated Management of Land, Water and Bioresources for Sustainable Agriculture in North Eastern Region of India (Chapter.8). In Hasrat Arjjumend (ed.), Mountain Ecosystems and Resources Management, vol. 1, pp.131-148. Montreal/Vancouver, Canada: The Grassroots Institute. eISBN: 978-1-7778455-0-6 Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/mount.a/8
Open Access. Copyright © 2023 the author(s), published by The Grassroots Institute. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution- Non Commercial - No Derivatives 4.0 International License. This work was first published as an article in the GJNR journal of the same publisher with Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/nr2581.6853.040210
Edited by Dr. Hasrat Arjjumend
About the Author(s)
Prof. Dr. Sanjay Swami graduated from Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner, India with a first class honours degree in Agricultural Sciences and later on obtained post graduate and doctorate degrees in the field of Soil Science with first class from CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, India. Following this, Dr. Swami took up a research position at ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSRI), Karnal, India. Later on, he served Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu), India as Assistant Professor (Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry) and Senior Scientist & Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra under SKUAST-Jammu. Presently, Dr. Swami is Professor in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry at School of Natural Resource Management, College of Post Graduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences, Umiam (Barapani) under Central Agricultural University, Imphal, India. He is involved in teaching UG and PG courses. He is an active researcher in the field of Conservation and Management of Natural Resources, especially in the Indian Himalayan Region for more than 20 years. He handled 5 externally funded projects and contributed over 100 research papers and technical articles in various journals/periodicals of international repute. He has also to his credit 10 standard books and more than 45 book chapters. He has guided/guiding 5 PhD and 13 MSc scholars, attended more than 25 international conferences, presented research papers and won many prestigious awards viz. SCSI Leadership Award, SCSI Gold Medal Award, Young Scientist Award, Distinguished Scientist Award, Outstanding Achievement Award, Bharat Shiksha Ratan Award, etc. He has wide international exposure and visited many countries like The Netherlands, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Thailand, Mongolia, etc. for various academic purposes. Dr. Swami is editor, associate editor and reviewer of many national and international journals. He is also the expert for NRDC National Awards under the Programme for Inspiring Inventors and Innovators (PIII), a DSIR Grants-in-aid Programme to encourage inventive talent in the Country. His Excellency, The President of India and the Visitor of Manipur University nominated him as a Member of the Fifth Court of Manipur University for a term of three years. He is actively serving as the Chairman of Meghalaya State Chapter of the Soil Conservation Society of India and Member of the International Advisory Council of The Grassroots Institute, Montreal, Canada.
About this book
Open Access
In the captivating pages of "Mountain Ecosystems & Resources Management", readers embark on an insightful journey through the intricate world of mountain ecosystems and the essential strategies for responsible resource management. This book serves as an enlightening guide for understanding the unique dynamics of these awe-inspiring landscapes and the challenges they face in an ever-changing world. Through a harmonious blend of scientific exploration and practical approaches, this research-based literary expedition unveils the delicate balance between human development and the preservation of these remarkable ecosystems.
Spanning 24 chapters, the book first delves into the enchanting beauty and biodiversity of mountain ecosystems. This section not only highlights the intrinsic value of these ecosystems but also sheds light on their vulnerability to climate change and human activities. Moving forward, the book meticulously dissects resource management strategies that hold the key to sustaining the delicate equilibrium of mountain environments, through capturing the topics of Mountain Agrobiodiversity, Mountain Forests, Mountain Watersheds, River Basin Management, Ecotourism, Animal Genetic Diversity, Mountain Identity, Environmental Psychology and Mountain Policies. Thus, whether it is water resources crucial for downstream communities, sustainable tourism that respects local cultures, or responsible land use planning, the book offers a wealth of insights to empower policymakers, environmentalists, and local communities alike.
Overall, the narrative transcends from theory to action as the book presents inspiring case studies of successful resource management initiatives from around the globe. These stories of collaboration, innovation, and resilience demonstrate that a harmonious coexistence between humans and mountain ecosystems is not only attainable but also imperative for a sustainable future. "Mountain Ecosystems & Resources Management" serves as a beacon of knowledge, guiding readers toward a deeper appreciation of these majestic landscapes and inspiring them to become stewards of their preservation. As we stand at a crossroads of environmental consciousness, this book paves the way for informed decisions that will safeguard these natural treasures for generations to come.
About the Editor
Hasrat Arjjumend
Topics
- Mountains
- Mountain Ecosystems
- Natural Resources
- NRM
- Mountain Agrobiodiversity
- Mountain Forests
- Mountain Watershed
- River Basin Management
- Ecotourism
- Mountain Biodiversity
- Mountain Landscape
- Climate Change
- Animal Genetic Diversity
- Mountain Identity
- Environmental Psychology
- Mountain Policies
Citation
Arjjumend, H. (ed.) (2023). Mountain Ecosystems and Resources Management, vol. 1, Montreal, Canada: The Grassroots Institute, eISBN: 978-1-7778455-0-6. Doi: https://doi.org/10.33002/mount.a
Table of Contents
| Acknowledgement |
| Abbreviations |
| Preface / Foreword |
| Chapter 1 |
Introduction
Hasrat Arjjumend |
| Chapter 2 |
Applying the Landscape Services Concept in Landscape Research: A Review
Sining Zhang |
| Chapter 3 |
Mountain Biodiversity in Romania
Daniela Antonescu |
| Chapter 4 |
Fish Diversity of Hill Streams of South Kamrup, Assam, India
Ellora Choudhury,
Saibal Sengupta |
| Chapter 5 |
Mountain Forests: Challenges and Management
Hyunshik Moon,
Tamirat Solomon |
| Chapter 6 |
Dynamics of Grassland Vegetation Composition across different Land-use Types on the Qinghai Tibet Plateau: Implications to Combat Grassland Degradation
Moses Fayiah, ShiKui Dong,
Roberto Xavier Supe Tulcan,
Sanjay Singh,
Muthu Rajkumar,
Sallay Saccoh,
Rebecca Bockarie |
| Chapter 7 |
Understanding the Nexus of Climate Change and Migration: A Case of Dhye Peoples from Upper Mustang, Nepal
Pragya Sherchan |
| Chapter 8 |
Integrated Management of Land, Water and Bioresources for Sustainable Agriculture in North Eastern Region of India
Sanjay-Swami |
| Chapter 9 |
Integrated River Basin Management: Lessons Learned from the Nepal Himalaya
Prakash Singh Thapa,
Sunita Ranabhat,
Kishor Aryal,
Bindu Ghimire,
Kabi Raj Khatiwada |
| Chapter 10 |
Agrobiodiversity Indicators and Measurement using R
Bal Krishna Joshi |
| Chapter 11 |
Agrobiodiversity and Natural Resource Management in Traditional Agricultural Systems of Northeast India
Wishfully Mylliemngap |
| Chapter 12 |
Ecosystem Services to Support the Diversification of Agricultural Production
Alla Pecheniuk,
Valentyna Borkovska,
Andrii Pecheniuk,
Iryna Mushenyk |
| Chapter 13 |
Indigenous Seeds, Seed Selection and Seed Bank for Sustainable Agriculture
Bal Krishna Joshi |
| Chapter 14 |
Enhancing Farmers’ Seed Systems through Empowerment of Women: A Case Study from mountain areas of SW China
Yanyan Zhang,
Xin Song,
Yiching Song,
Milin Tian |
| Chapter 15 |
Issues of Declining Livestock Breeds: Revisiting Domestic Animal Diversity in Pastoral Systems
Saverio Krätli |
| Chapter 16 |
Study on the Diversity of Products Obtained from Sheep in the Current Bioeconomy Context
Lavinia Udrea,
Gabriela Teodorescu,
Sînziana Venera Morărita,
Ivona David |
| Chapter 17 |
Camel Systems and Pastoralists’ Lifestyle in Semi-Deserts and Mountains: Constraints and Challenges
Ayman Balla Mustafa,
Asim Faraz |
| Chapter 18 |
Trends and Patterns of Scientific Publishing during 1990-2020 on Conservation Genetics in Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest
Marcos Vinicius Bohrer Monteiro Siqueira,
Gustavo Reis de Brito,
Marcela Aparecida de Moraes Silvestre |
| Chapter 19 |
Mountain Identity and Development Aspirations
Elena Konstantinidou,
Konstantinos Moraitis |
| Chapter 20 |
Psychological Discourse in Building the Environmental Consciousness in Special Context of Carpathian Mountains
Olena Khrushch,
Yuliya Karpiuk |
| Chapter 21 |
Collective Ecological Consciousness from the Prism of Psychological Indicators
Olena Khrushch,
Oksana Fedyk,
Yuliya Karpiuk |
| Chapter 22 |
United Nations Mountain Agenda, the Mountain Partnership and Related Regional Mechanisms
Rosalaura Romeo |
| Chapter 23 |
Postmodern Transformations of Tourism Development in Mountains
Alla Pecheniuk,
Alla Kiziun |
| Annexure |
List of Reviewers |
-
Language:
English
-
Publisher:
The Grassroots Institute
-
Copyright Year:
2023
-
Audience:
Natural Resources Scientists,
Social Scientists,
Policy Analysts,
etc.
-
Keywords:
Mountains;
Mountain Ecosystems;
Natural Resources;
NRM;
Mountain Agrobiodiversity;
Mountain Forests;
Mountain Watershed;
River Basin Management;
Ecotourism;
Mountain Biodiversity;
Mountain Landscape;
Climate Change;
Animal Genetic Diversity;
Mountain Identity;
Environmental Psychology;
Mountain Policies
-
eBook:
|
|
|
