Authored By: Sanjeev Kumar
ISBN: 9789367555446
Binding: Hardback
Year of Publishing: 2026
Imprint: CONTENT VIBES
Pages: 300
Language: English
Length: 229
Breadth: 20
Height: 152
Weight: 0
Bio-resources and Agricultural Waste Management provides a comprehensive understanding of the generation, characterization, utilization, and sustainable management of agricultural and livestock waste. The book introduces the concepts of bio-resources, agricultural biomass, crop residues, animal waste, and agro-industrial by-products, highlighting their importance in sustainable agriculture and environmental protection.
The text systematically explains the principles of waste management, the 4R’s approach (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Recover), environmental impacts of agricultural waste, and strategies for in-situ residue management. It also covers biological treatment methods such as composting, vermicomposting, microbial decomposition, and bio-conversion technologies for efficient waste utilization. Special emphasis is given to biogas production technology, operation and management of biogas plants, utilization of slurry as organic manure, and waste-to-energy approaches.
The book further discusses waste disposal techniques, farm waste management machinery, indigenous technical knowledge, environmental benefits, government initiatives, and sustainable future strategies. Designed for students, researchers, extension professionals, and practitioners, this book serves as a valuable resource for sustainable bio-resource management and circular agricultural systems.
Introduction to Bio-resources and Agricultural Waste
Classification of Agricultural and Livestock Waste
Characterization of Agricultural Biomass Waste
Principles of Agricultural Waste Management
The 4R’s Approach in Waste Management
Environmental Impact of Agricultural Waste
Potential of Recyclable Crop Residues
In-Situ Management of Agricultural Waste
Role of Soil and Plants in Waste Recycling
Pre-Treatment of Agricultural Waste
Biological Treatment Methods
Biological Processes in Waste Management
Bio-Conversion and Bio-Decomposition
Biogas Production Technology
Operation and Management of Biogas Plants
Utilization of Biogas and Slurry
Landfill and Other Disposal Methods
Farm Waste Management Machinery
Environmental Benefits and Indigenous Practices
Waste to Wealth: Policies and Initiatives
Sanjeev Kumar: has an experience of 32 years in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. An alumnus of Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College at Kolkata, Dr. Sanjeev completed his M.D.S. from Govt Dental College at Ahmedabad in 1991. He further refined his skills at U.K, where the Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians, Glasgow awarded him the FDSRCPS. He has also been awarded the Fellowship of Indian Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in 2008. Currently, Dr. Sanjeev is heading the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial surgery at FDSC, SGT University. The department caters to the training requirements of BDS, MDS and PhD students under his guidance. He is an accredited surgeon with the Smile Train organization and is associated with the Nav Muskaan project at SGT University which treats children with cleft lip and palate free of cost. He was the founder President of Delhi Chapter of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India. Dr. Sanjeev is a life member of AOMSI since past 14 years and is involved actively in their fellowship program and IBOMS examination. He is also a National faculty for AOCMF, the flagship International body involved in training surgeons in osteosynthesis techniques. He regularly conducts courses for AOCMF in various locations in India