Objectives – LTFE

To study the effect of continuous application of plant nutrients, singly and in combination, in organic and inorganic forms including secondary and micronutrient elements (as per the need) on crop yield, nutrient composition and uptake in multiple cropping systems;
To study the effect of application of secondary and micronutrients (as per the need) on crop yield and also on the assessment of the need for these elements under an intensive cropping programme;
To work out the amount of nutrient removal by the crops;
To monitor the changes in soil properties as a result of continuous manuring and cropping with respect to the physical, chemical and microbiological characteristics of the soil in relation to its productivity;
To investigate the effect of intensive use of biocidal chemicals (weedicides and pesticides) on the buildup of residues and soil productivity;
To identify soil indicator and for assessing soil quality and impact of changing climate on soil productivity;
Impact of changing climate on soil health;