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Sustainable Agricultural Finance

Nurturing Food Security
Edited by Kuldeep Singh and Amit Kumar Agrawal
Copyright: 2026   |   Expected Pub Date:2026/09/30
ISBN: 9781394301881  |  Hardcover  |  
468 pages

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Discover modern agri-tech, localized insights, and revolutionary financial models, with this definitive roadmap for investors, innovators, and policymakers to build resilient food systems and capture the high-growth future of sustainable agriculture.

Audience
Agricultural economists, policymakers, rural development professionals, financial institutions, researchers, NGOs, agribusiness firms, and international organizations focused on food systems, climate resilience, and finance.

Description
The future of human food security depends on the stability of agricultural systems and the capital structures supporting them. Amid demographic growth, climatic volatility, and economic shifts, developing sustainable, resilient, and inclusive agricultural financing mechanisms is imperative. This volume demonstrates how combining financial innovation, technology, and localized community insights can restructure agricultural supply chains. Through examining traditional credit instruments alongside emerging agri-tech solutions, the text analyzes the integration of data analytics, indigenous practices, and circular economic principles into financial models designed to enhance systemic resilience. Ultimately, it addresses the intersection of climate risk, market volatility, and evolving consumer behavior within the context of global food security and economic development, making it an indispensable guide for anyone looking to innovate a more sustainable future through agricultural value chains.
Readers will find the volume:
• Offers deep insights into financing models supporting sustainable agriculture and rural development;
• Integrates technological innovation, the circular economy, and indigenous knowledge with agri-finance systems;
• Features global case studies and evidence-based practices applicable to both policy and field implementation;
• Addresses food security through the lens of entrepreneurship, data, digital tools, and rural transformation

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Author / Editor Details
Kuldeep Singh, PhD is an Assistant Professor at Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, Vadodara, India. He has published extensively in reputed journals and contributed to global discussions in the domain of sustainable finance. He specializes in sustainable agriculture, financial management, and financial accounting.

Amit Kumar Agrawal, PhD is an Associate Professor in Management and Entrepreneurship at the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Naya Raipur. He has published in leading academic journals and actively contributes to projects at the intersection of sustainability, finance, and development. His research interests span sustainable marketing, agricultural value chains, rural entrepreneurship, and consumer behavior in emerging markets.

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Table of Contents
Preface
Part I: Foundations of Sustainable Agricultural Finance and Food Security
1. Sustainable Agricultural Finance: An Introduction
Kuldeep Singh and Amit Kumar Agrawal
Introduction
1.1 Defining Sustainable Agriculture
1.2 The Role of Financial Institutions and Impact Investors
1.3 Sustainable Agricultural Financial Ecosystem
1.4 Key Elements of a Sustainable Agricultural Financial Ecosystem
1.4.1 Innovative Financial Instruments
1.4.2 Supportive Policies and Regulations
1.4.3 Effective Risk Management Mechanisms
1.4.4 Information and Capacity Building
1.4.5 Collaboration and Partnerships
1.5 Conclusion
References
2. Supply Chain Finance: A Pathway to Sustainable Agriculture
Kuldeep Singh and Mohit Kumar
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Terminology
2.3 Project Identification and Design: Structuring Supply Chain Finance for Agricultural Development
2.4 Identifying Suitable Agricultural Value Chains for SCF
2.5 Designing SCF Instruments: Matching Solutions to Needs
2.6 Supply Chain Finance Climate
2.7 Stakeholder Roles and Responsibilities
2.8 Conclusion
References
3. Global Food Security and Safety in Sustainable Agriculture
Wasswa Shafik
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Chapter Contributions
3.1.2 Chapter Organization
3.2 Food Availability
3.2.1 Sustainable Agriculture Examination
3.2.1.1 Mitigating Environmental Impact
3.2.1.2 Enhancing Soil Fertility
3.2.1.3 Promoting Biodiversity
3.2.1.4 Water Conservation Strategies
3.2.1.5 Reducing Chemical Inputs
3.2.1.6 Community Engagement and Knowledge Sharing
3.2.2 Resilient Infrastructure Emphasis
3.2.2.1 Ecological Impact Minimization
3.2.2.2 Ensuring Timely Delivery
3.2.2.3 Promoting Inclusivity and Equitable Distribution
3.2.2.4 Enhancing Food Traceability
3.2.2.5 Fostering Innovation in Logistics
3.3 Food Access
3.3.1 Examining Economic Barriers
3.3.2 Community Empowerment for Sustainable Access
3.3.3 Supporting Local Food Systems
3.3.4 Implementing Technology Solutions
3.3.5 Promoting Urban Agriculture
3.4 Food Utilization
3.4.1 Importance of Diverse and Nutrient-Rich Diets
3.4.1.1 Holistic Nutritional Support
3.4.1.2 Prevention of Malnutrition
3.4.1.3 Optimal Growth and Development
3.4.1.4 Disease Prevention and Management
3.4.1.5 Cognitive Function and Mental Health
3.4.2 Addressing Malnutrition Concerns
3.4.2.1 Balancing Nutrient Intake
3.4.2.2 Targeting Undernutrition
3.4.2.3 Managing Overnutrition
3.4.2.4 Promoting Nutrient-Dense Choices
3.4.2.5 Educating on Portion Control
3.4.3 Measures to Enhance Overall Food Safety and Quality
3.4.3.1 Rigorous Hygiene Practices
3.4.3.2 Stringent Monitoring and Testing
3.4.3.3 Optimal Storage and Transportation Practices
3.4.3.4 Transparent Labeling Practices
3.4.3.5 Implementing Technology Solutions
3.5 Food Stability
3.5.1 Supply Chain Resilience
3.5.2 Market Price Stability
3.5.3 Climate-Resilient Agriculture
3.5.4 Strategic Food Reserves
3.5.5 Community-Led Food Initiatives
3.6 Sustainable Agricultural Theoretical Frameworks
3.6.1 Ecological Modernization Theory
3.6.2 Agroecological Framework
3.6.3 Food Security Frameworks
3.6.4 Sustainability Theory
3.6.5 Resource-Based View
3.7 Global Food and Local Perspectives
3.7.1 Global Cooperation for Food Security
3.7.2 Localized Solutions and Cultural Context
3.7.3 Technological Innovation and Data-Driven Solutions
3.7.4 Respecting Indigenous Knowledge and Biodiversity
3.7.5 Global Collaboration for Environmental Conservation
3.8 Future Directions, Lessons Learned, and Conclusion
3.8.1 Future Research Directions
3.8.1.1 Technological Advancements in Agriculture
3.8.1.2 Climate-Resilient Crop Varieties
3.8.1.3 Enhanced Sustainable Practices
3.8.1.4 Global Collaboration and Governance
3.8.1.5 Innovations in Food Distribution and Logistics
3.8.2 Lessons Learned
3.8.3 Study Recommendations
3.8.4 Conclusion
References
4. Examining the Impact of Climate Change on Food Security
in India Concerning Agricultural Finance
Shradha Gupta, Alka Pandey and Vimal Kumar Agarwal
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Overview of Climate Change
4.2.1 Food Securities
4.2.2 Role of Agriculture Finance
4.3 Relationship Between Climate Change, Food Security, and Agriculture Finance
4.3.1 Financial Requirements
4.4 Climate Change in India
4.4.1 Regional Variations
4.4.2 Rural Livelihoods
4.4.3 Food Prices
4.4.4 Nutrition Regions
4.4.5 Migration
4.5 Role of Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies in Agricultural Financing
4.5.1 Resilient Crop Varieties
4.5.2 Improved Irrigation Systems
4.5.3 Sustainable Farming Practices
4.5.4 Current Trends and Projections
4.6 Insights from the Community
4.6.1 Actions Taken by Policy Makers
4.6.2 Policy Analysis
4.6.3 Policy Recommendations
4.6.4 Public–Private Partnerships
4.7 Conclusions
References
5. Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) Practice and Food Security in Developing Countries
Shahiduzzaman Selim, Tamanna Sultana Sumi, Md. Rakibul Hasan, Md. Manik Ali and Babor Ahmad
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Climate-Smart Agriculture: Addressing Climate Change in Developing Countries
5.2 Concept and Principles of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA)
5.2.1 Sustainable Increase in Agricultural Productivity
5.2.2 Adaptation to Climate Change
5.2.3 Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
5.3 Climate Change Impacts on Agriculture in Developing Countries
5.4 Integration of Climate Adaptation, Mitigation, and Food
Security Goals
5.5 Hypotheses Development
5.6 Methodology
5.6.1 Conceptual Framework Development
5.6.1.1 Increasing Agricultural Productivity and Resilience to Climate Change
5.6.1.2 Enhancing Adaptive Capacity and Building Resilience to Climate Variability
5.6.1.3 Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Agriculture
5.6.2 Data Collection and Case Study Selection
5.6.2.1 Secondary Data Review
5.6.2.2 Case Studies
5.6.3 Evaluation of CSA Practices
5.6.3.1 Impact Analysis
5.7 Adoption and Scaling Up of Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices
5.7.1 Barriers to Adoption of CSA Practices in Developing Countries
5.7.2 Strategies for Promoting and Scaling Up CSA Adoption
5.7.3 Role of Government Policies, International Organizations, and Development Agencies
5.7.4 Policy Recommendations and Future Directions
5.8 Components of Climate-Smart Agriculture
5.8.1 Sustainable Land Management Practices
5.8.2 Water Conservation and Efficient Irrigation Techniques
5.8.3 Climate-Resilient Crop Varieties and Agricultural Diversification
5.8.4 Integrated Pest and Disease Management
5.8.5 Agroforestry and Soil Conservation Measures
5.8.6 Case Studies from Developing Countries
5.8.6.1 Case Study 1. Rwanda
5.8.6.2 Case Study 2. Bangladesh
5.8.6.3 Case Study 3. Kenya
5.8.6.4 Case Study 4. India
5.8.6.5 Case Study 5. Ethiopia
5.8.6.6 Case Study 6. Peru
5.9 Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Its Relation with Food Security
5.9.1 Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Security
5.9.1.1 Relation with Food Security
5.10 Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Its Integration with Sustainable Development Theories
5.10.1 Synergies Between CSA and Global Sustainability Goals
5.11 The Challenge of Adopting CSA in Developing Countries
5.11.1 Socio-Economic Barriers to CSA Adoption
5.11.2 Theoretical Debates and Competing Perspectives
5.12 Climate-Smart Agriculture: Recent Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions
5.12.1 Recent Advancements of CSA in Developing Countries
5.12.2 Challenges in CSA
5.12.2.1 Shortage of Agricultural Water Resources
5.12.2.2 Climate Variability and Climate Change
5.12.2.3 Agricultural GHG Emissions
5.12.2.4 Integration of Information Resources
5.12.3 Future Directions of CSA
5.13 Conclusion
References
6. Bridging Entrepreneurship and Finance for Sustainable
Growth in Agriculture A Systematic Literature Review of Interconnections and Opportunities
Sakha Gangadhara Rama Rao, Chirra Baburao, Indukuri Bangar Raju, Vedantam Seetha Ram and Tantravahi V.V. Phani Kumar
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Objectives of the Study
6.3 Methodology
6.4 Theoretical Understanding
6.4.1 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
6.4.2 Schumpeter’s Innovation Theory
6.4.3 Financial Inclusion Theory
6.4.4 Effect of Investing in Agriculture
6.5 Findings and Results
6.5.1 Theme 1: Agriculture
6.5.1.1 The Impacts of Investing in Agriculture
6.5.1.2 Agriculture Credit
6.5.1.3 Supply Chain Financing in Agriculture
6.5.1.4 Sustainable Agricultural Practices
6.5.2 Theme 2: Finance
6.5.2.1 Inclusive Financing Models
6.5.2.2 Financial Innovations
6.5.2.3 Financial Resilience in Agriculture
6.5.2.4 Impact of Financial Inclusion on Agricultural Productivity
6.5.3 Theme 3: Entrepreneurship
6.5.3.1 Entrepreneurial Innovation
6.5.3.2 Challenges in Scalability and Adoption
6.5.3.3 Role of Digital Literacy
6.5.3.4 Impact of Entrepreneurship on Rural Development
6.6 Discussion
6.6.1 Access to Microfinancing and Entrepreneurial Capacity
6.6.2 Inclusive Financing Models and Financial Resilience
6.6.3 Entrepreneurial Innovation and Sustainable Agricultural Practices
6.6.4 Digital Literacy and Market Access
6.7 Findings to Theoretical Frameworks
6.7.1 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
6.7.2 Schumpeter’s Innovation Theory
6.7.3 Theory of Financial Inclusion
6.8 Barriers and Challenges
6.8.1 Financial Accessibility for Small-Scale Farmers
6.8.2 Technological Literacy in Rural Areas
6.8.3 Policy Constraints
6.8.4 Scalability and High Upfront Costs
6.9 Implications for Policy and Practice
6.9.1 Policy Recommendations
6.9.2 Practical Implications
6.9.3 Future Research Directions
6.10 Conclusion
References
7. Innovative Finance for Resilient Agriculture: Exploring New Frontiers
Sijo Mathew, Madhava Priya Dananjayan and Asif Mahbub Karim
7.1 Introduction
7.2 An Overview of Agricultural Finance and Agricultural Sustainability
7.2.1 Agricultural Finance
7.2.2 Agricultural Sustainability
7.3 Transformation of the Agricultural Frontier in Matopiba
7.3.1 Shift to Financialization of Land
7.4 European Union Agricultural Debt and Sustainability
7.5 Theoretical Foundations of Bioeconomies in Agriculture
7.6 Ecosystem Approach to Agricultural Value Chain Finance
7.7 Digital Financial Inclusion and Agricultural Development
7.8 Alibaba’s Innovative Financial Approach for Agricultural
Sustainability: A Case Study
7.9 Conclusion
References
8. Promoting the Prosperity: The Coupling of Sustainable
Agriculture and Investment Strategies
Parul Asati, Navita Nathani, Sandeep Raghuwanshi, Prashant Raj Singh, Arif Hasan, Neetu Mishra and Mohammad Suhail
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Electric Vehicles
8.2.1 Modern Technology in Agriculture
8.2.2 Electric Vehicle in Agriculture
8.2.3 Electric Tractors
8.2.4 Electrifying Agricultural Tractors
8.2.4.1 Increased Stability
8.2.4.2 Greater Comfort
8.2.4.3 Low Operating Costs
8.2.4.4 Less Maintenance
8.2.4.5 Reduce Manpower Time
8.2.4.6 Increased Security
8.2.4.7 Precision Monitoring
8.2.5 Plans for Electric Tractors
8.2.5.1 Ground Scenario
8.2.5.2 Innovation
8.2.5.3 Initial Cost
8.2.5.4 Lack of Knowledge
8.2.5.5 Infrastructure Shortage
8.2.6 Improvement of Agriculture
8.3 Sustainability of Agriculture
8.3.1 Eco-Friendly Farming
8.3.2 Benefits of Environmentally Friendly Agriculture
8.3.2.1 Environmental Benefits
8.3.2.2 Economic Benefits
8.3.2.3 Social Benefits
8.3.2.4 Food Safety Benefits
8.3.2.5 Energy-Efficient Benefits
8.4 Investment in Agriculture
8.4.1 Private as Well as Public Investments in Agriculture
8.4.2 Investment Strategies
8.4.3 Subsidies in Agriculture
8.4.4 Future Growth of Agriculture in India
8.5 Conclusion
References
9. Navigating Agricultural Credit in Developing Countries:
Sources, Challenges, and Remedies
Md Fuad Arafat, Akbar Hossain Tusher, Shahiduzzaman Selim, Md. Golam Rabbani and Babor Ahmad
9.1 Introduction
9.2 What is Agricultural Credit?
9.3 Categorization of Agricultural Credit
9.3.1 On the Basis of Time of Repayment of Credit
9.3.1.1 Short-Term Credit
9.3.1.2 Medium-Term Credit
9.3.1.3 Long-Term Credit
9.3.2 On the Basis of Purpose of Credit
9.3.2.1 Production Credits
9.3.2.2 Development Credit
9.3.2.3 Self-Expenditure Credit
9.3.2.4 Marketing Credit
9.3.3 On the Basis of Security Offered by Farmers
9.3.3.1 Unsecured Credit
9.3.3.2 Secured Credit
9.3.4 On the Basis of Lender of Credit
9.3.4.1 Institutional Credit
9.3.5 Non-Institutional Credit
9.3.5.1 Moneylenders
9.3.5.2 Traders and Merchants
9.3.5.3 Landlords
9.3.5.4 Friends and Relatives
9.3.6 On the Basis of Liquidity
9.3.6.1 Self-Liquidating Credits
9.3.6.2 Partially Liquidating Credits
9.3.7 On the Basis of Approach
9.3.7.1 Individual Approach
9.3.7.2 Area Approach
9.3.7.3 Differential Interest Rate (DIR) Approach
9.3.8 On the Basis of Contact with Farmers
9.3.8.1 Direct Credit
9.3.8.2 Indirect Credit
9.3.9 Case Studies
9.3.9.1 Case Study of Morocco
9.3.9.2 Case Study of India
9.3.9.3 Case Study of Ghana
9.4 Methodology
9.4.1 Data Sources
9.4.2 Conceptual Framework
9.5 Challenges in Accessing Agricultural Credit
9.5.1 Limited Financial Resources and Collateral Constraints
9.5.2 Inadequate Infrastructure in Rural Areas
9.5.3 Policy Constraints and Regulatory Barriers
9.5.4 Seasonal and Cyclical Nature of Agricultural Production
9.5.5 Lack of Financial Literacy Among Farmers
9.6 Remedies for Enhancing Access to Agricultural Credit
9.6.1 Improving Financial Infrastructure and Accessibility in Rural Areas
9.6.2 Strengthening Agricultural Extension Services and Farmer Education Programs
9.6.3 Implementing Innovative Credit Guarantee Schemes and Risk-Sharing Mechanisms
9.6.4 Encouraging Public–Private Partnerships for Agricultural Financing
9.6.5 Leveraging Technology for Digital Financial Inclusion in Agriculture
9.6.6 Case Studies of Successful Agricultural Credit Initiatives in Developing Countries
9.7 Conclusion
References
Part III: Technology, Data, and Digital Innovations in Agriculture
10. India’s Readiness—Adoption of Technology for Sustainable
Development in the Agriculture Sector
Mansi Kukreja, Rashmi Akshay Yadav, Shalaghya Sharma, Neha Sahu and Ajay Kumar Jain
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Sustainable Agriculture
10.2.1 Methods Adopted in Sustainable Agriculture
10.2.1.1 Crop Rotation
10.2.1.2 Permaculture
10.2.1.3 Cover Crops
10.2.1.4 Soil Enrichment
10.2.1.5 Natural Pest Predators
10.2.1.6 Biologically Based Integrated Pest Control
10.2.1.7 Polyculture Farming
10.2.1.8 Agroforestry
10.2.1.9 Biodynamic Farming
10.2.1.10 Water Resource Improvements
10.3 Sustainable Agriculture Development
10.4 Uses of Modern Technology in Agriculture in India
10.4.1 Smart-Farming Technologies
10.4.2 Modernizing Agriculture: The Solution to Historical Problems
10.4.3 Technological Progress in Agriculture
10.4.4 Green Revolution in India
10.4.5 The Role of Smart Technology in Sustainable Agriculture
10.4.5.1 Smart Farming
10.4.5.2 Sustainable Agriculture and Sustainability Measurement
10.4.5.3 Adoption of Novel Agricultural Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture
10.5 Technological Advancement in Agriculture
10.5.1 Types of Technological Changes in Agriculture
10.6 Sustainable Development and Climate Change
10.7 India’s Progress Towards the SDGs
10.7.1 Technology Implementation by Farmers for the Sustainability of Agriculture Sector
10.7.2 Impact of Agriculture Sector on Sustainable Development of Indian Economy
10.7.3 Implementation of Precision Agriculture Technologies in India and in Some Developing Countries
10.7.4 Application of PA for Plantation Crops, Cash Crops
10.7.5 PA for Small-Scale Farms
10.8 Policy, Theoretical, or Practical Implications
10.9 Conclusion
References
11. Data Analytics in Sustainable Farming and Its Financing
Arunmozhi M. and U.M. Premalatha
11.1 Introduction: Digital and Sustainable Agricultural Finance
11.2 Proliferation of Data Analytics in Sustainable Agriculture Financing
11.2.1 Improving Resource Optimization
11.2.2 Enhancing Risk Management
11.2.3 Facilitating Financial Inclusion
11.2.4 Driving Policy and Investment Decisions
11.3 Contemporary Agriculture Financing Methods
11.3.1 Agri-Tech Solutions and Data-Driven Finance in India
11.3.2 Precision Agriculture and Predictive Analytics
11.3.3 Hybrid Finance and Investments in Sustainable Agri Practices
11.3.4 Data-Driven Platforms for Financial Inclusion
11.4 Theoretical Basis
11.4.1 Classical Theories in Sustainable Agriculture Financing
11.4.2 Interrelation and Application in Current Agricultural Practices
11.4.3 Modern Theories in Sustainable Agriculture Financing
11.4.3.1 Data-Driven Decision-Making Frameworks
11.4.3.2 Blended Finance Models
11.4.3.3 Geospatial Data Analysis
11.5 Ways in Which Data Analytics is Reshaping the Agricultural Industry
11.5.1 Data Analytics for Precision Farming
11.5.2 Data Analytics for Innovation and Yield
11.5.3 Big Data for Soil Health Management
11.6 Important Considerations in Sustainable Farming and Financing
11.6.1 Raising Productivity
11.6.2 Enhanced Efficiency
11.6.3 Improvements in Long-Term Viability
11.7 Obstacles and Challenges
11.7.1 Data Governance
11.7.2 Data Privacy
11.7.3 Money Spent
11.7.4 Ownership of the Data
11.8 Implications for Legislation and Policy
11.9 Final Thoughts and Sustainable Farming Future
11.10 Conclusion
References
12. Impact of Digital Technology on Sustainable Agriculture—Evidence from India
Nisha Goyal, Abhijit Chakraborty and Chien Nguyen
12.1 Introduction
12.1.1 Problem Statement
12.1.2 Objectives of the Study
12.2 Digital Technology in Sustainable Agriculture
12.2.1 Precision-Farming Techniques
12.2.2 Effects of Implementing Precision Agricultural Techniques in Indian Agriculture
12.2.3 Blockchain Technology Adoption in Sustainable Agriculture
12.2.4 Automation and Robotics for Sustainable Agriculture
12.2.5 Sustainable Agriculture—Climate-Smart Future Agriculture Crops
12.3 Challenges and Barriers to Digital Adoption
12.4 Discussion and Future Outlook
12.5 Conclusions
References
13. A Study on the Precision Agriculture in Smart Cities: Smart-Farming Technologies for Enhancing Food Security in Urban Environments
Garima Sharma, Rashmita Singh, Hasnan Baber and Sandeep Raghuwanshi
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Smart Farming and Precision Agriculture
13.3 Smart Farming on Urbanization
13.4 Smart-Farming Technologies in Urban Agriculture
13.5 Internet of Things
13.6 Connected Farming: The Importance of the Internet of Things
13.6.1 Protected Cultivation and Greenhouse Agriculture
13.6.2 The Practice of Hydroponics
13.6.3 The Practice of Vertical Farming
13.6.4 Phenotyping
13.7 Problems with Applying Smart-Farming Technology
13.7.1 Condition of Farmers’ Literacy
13.7.2 Disconnect Between Various Systems
13.7.3 Lack of Financial Resources
13.7.4 Infrastructure for Telecommunications
13.7.5 Expenditure on Technology
13.7.6 Data Management
13.8 Current Challenges and Future Expectations
13.8.1 Communication
13.8.2 Wireless Sensor and IoT
13.8.3 Drones and Unarmed Vehicles
13.8.4 Vertical Farming and Hydroponics
13.8.5 Performance Analysis Using Machine Learning
13.8.6 Renewable Energy, Microgrids, and Smart Grids
13.9 Discussion
13.10 Conclusions
References
14. Innovative Management Accounting Strategies for Agricultural Advancements: A Methodological Approach
Viktor Zamlynskyi, Yuliia Bezdushna, Olha Panchenko, Tetiana Hnatieva and Oleksii Diachenko
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Analysis of General Trends in Innovative Activity of Agricultural Enterprises
14.3 Interaction of Innovative Activity and Management Accounting in Agricultural Enterprises
14.4 The Place of Management Accounting in the Innovation System of Agricultural Enterprises
14.5 Classification of Revenues and Expenses in Implementing
Innovative Agrotechnologies in Management Accounting
14.6 Conclusions
Bibliography
15. Empowering Farmers Through Solar Photovoltaics: A Sustainable Finance Model for Enhancing Food Security and Energy Access
Siva Rama Krishna Madeti, Kuldeep Singh and Krishna Dayal Shukla
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Strategic Importance for Food Security
15.3 Water Availability and Irrigation Efficiency
15.3.1 From Rain-Fed Vulnerability to Solar-Powered Stability
15.3.2 Micro-Irrigation Synergy: Drip and Sprinkler Systems
15.3.3 Irrigation Hours and Cropping Intensity
15.3.4 Enhancing Water Use Efficiency
15.3.5 Socio-Economic Implications and Farmer Empowerment
15.4 Financial Models for Scaling Solar Agriculture
15.4.1 Capital Cost Barriers and Risk Perception
15.4.2 Government Subsidy Programs: Promise and Pitfalls
15.5 Conclusion
References
Part IV: Circularity, Indigenous Knowledge, and Rural Development
16. Transformation of the Mechanisms of Managing the Life Cycle of Agro-Food Products Based on Circularity
Yurii Vitkovskyi, Vitalii Kuzoma, Viktor Zamlynskyi, Olena Dovgal and Tetiana Vlasenko
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Materials and Methods
16.2.1 Development of the Concept of Product Life Cycle (PLC)
16.3 Product Life Cycle Management
16.4 The Mechanism of Managing the Life Cycle of Agro-Food
Products Based on the Principles of Circularity
16.5 Conclusions
Bibliography
17. Indigenous Wisdom in Circular Economies: A Study of Tribal Practices and Perspectives
Neetu Mishra, Anil Vashisht, Astha Joshi, Neelesh Kumar Mishra and Mohammad Suhail
17.1 Introduction
17.1.1 Objectives of Circular Economy
17.2 Circular Economy and Indigenous Wisdom
17.2.1 Holistic Understanding of Resources
17.2.2 Waste Minimization and Resources
17.2.3 Community-Centric Approach
17.2.4 Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
17.3 Revolution of the Circular Economy
17.3.1 Value of Amenities
17.3.2 Resources Based on Economy
17.3.3 Residual Waste
17.3.4 Life Support System
17.4 Principles of the Circular Economy
17.4.1 Reduce
17.4.2 Reuse
17.4.3 Regenerate
17.4.4 Elements of 10R Framework
17.5 Circular Economy and Tribal Practices and Perspectives
17.5.1 Examples of Tribal Products That are Used by Using the Circular Economy
17.5.1.1 Production of Sustainable Pork in Northeast India
17.5.1.2 Resource Management Based on Traditional Ecological
Knowledge (TEK)
17.5.1.3 Social Circular Economy Waste Management Model with a Closed Loop
17.5.1.4 Handicrafts from Recycled Materials
17.6 Why Switch to a Circular Economy
17.6.1 Environmental Benefits
17.6.2 Economic Benefits
17.6.3 Social Benefits
17.6.4 Strength and Long-Term Affordability
17.6.5 Being Innovative and Competitive
17.7 Conclusion
References
18. Role of ICT Factors Promoting Agritourism: Growth of Rural Communities in Madhya Pradesh, India
Trapati Narwaria, Rajiv Kumar Dwivedi, Abhishek Singhal, Pavan Verma and Sandeep Raghuwanshi
18.1 Introduction
18.1.1 Overview of Agritourism
18.2 History of Agri-Tourism
18.3 Relevance of Madhya Pradesh’s Rural Economy
18.4 Agritourism and Rural Development
18.5 ICT and Agriculture
18.5.1 Application of ICT Factors in Agriculture
18.5.2 ICT Projects in India
18.5.3 Importance of ICT in Modern Agriculture
18.5.4 Use of Mobile Phones for Agriculture
18.6 Tourism Policies
18.7 Scope of Agro-Tourism through the Sustainable Finance
18.8 Challenges in Implementing ICT for Agritourism
18.9 Motivation and Agrotourism
18.10 Implications
18.10.1 Economic Implications
18.10.2 Social Implications
18.10.3 Environmental Implications
18.11 Future Directions and Recommendations
18.12 Conclusion
References
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