Development of Climate-Adaptive Soil Moisture Optimization Framework for Reducing Crop Losses in Semi-Arid Regions

1.1 Introduction

In this section, Development of Climate-Adaptive Soil Moisture Optimization Framework for Reducing Crop Losses in Semi-Arid Regions is discussed, with relevant and recent citations. As a prelude to other parts of this study, this chapter will discuss the background upon which this study was initiated, the statement of problems that led to this study, the aim and objectives of the study. Others are significance of the study, scope of work, research hypothesis and questions, limitation of the study and definition of terms.

1.4 Aim and Objectives of the Study

The central objective of this research is to develop Climate-Adaptive Soil Moisture Optimization Framework for Reducing Crop Losses in Semi-Arid Regions. The study is guided by the following objectives:

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2.1 Introduction

This chapter presents existing knowledge, relevant theories, previous research findings, and the methods used by other researchers to provide background information on Development of Climate-Adaptive Soil Moisture Optimization Framework for Reducing Crop Losses in Semi-Arid Regions. This section also documents the state of the art on the subject under study and provides a comprehensive review of the existing literature. In this research work the literature review includes the conceputal review, theoretical framework, the review of related literature …