Abstract: The global agricultural sector faces unprecedented challenges arising from population growth, climate change, and resource depletion. Sustainable agriculture has emerged as a promising approach to address these challenges by promoting environmentally sound, economically viable, and socially responsible practices. Sustainable agriculture has become an essential strategy for tackling the urgent issues of food security, environmental protection, and the sustainable management of resources. This review article aims to examine the current state of sustainable agricultural practices and their potential to contribute to a sustainable future. The review also identifies research gaps and proposes future directions to enhance the adoption and scalability of sustainable agricultural practices. This study examines the economic, environmental, and social aspects of sustainable agriculture by synthesizing existing literature, emphasizing its effects on productivity, environmental conservation, and rural livelihoods. Overall, this article provides a comprehensive analysis of sustainable agriculture's role in achieving a sustainable future for present and future generations.
Keywords: Sustainable agriculture, Ecological sustainability, Climate change prevention, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Soil health.
Author: Subhiksha. K and Vennila. M.A
doi: https://doie.org/10.0807/AE.2024485848
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