Provides a comprehensive overview of the interventions available to optimise water management in agriculture, including rainwater harvesting and farm reservoirsConsiders the development and application of alternative irrigation techniques which carry a reduced environmental impact, such as solar powered irrigationAddresses the importance of diversification and collaboration in securing water resources for a rapidly growing population

Magada's Blue Book of India is a landmark compilation featuring over 2,200+ fish species and 1014 genera found across the Indian subcontinent-systematically arranged, color-coded, and beautifully illustrated for easy reference. The book encompasses cultivable and potential aquaculture species, reclassified taxa, toxic fishes, and scheduled aquatic animals. Authored by Dr. Shivakumar Magada, it stands as an essential guide for researchers, students, and conservationists alike-bridg...

Arabian Sea: Autobiography of Magada is a poetic blend of autobiography, philosophy, andenvironmental reflection, narrated through the metaphorical voice of the Arabian Sea. Writtenby Dr. Shivakumar Magada, a renowned Fisheries Scientist, the book traces his journey froma humble village to a life dedicated to marine science and rural empowerment. Through vividstorytelling, it explores his personal growth, challenges, and deep connection to water. The...

The Light House: Collection of Motivational StoriesThis book is a modest collection of stories - some lived, some heard, some imagined, and others whispered from the quiet corners of the heart. In the first seven chapters, I attempt to unravel the subtle formulas of life; thereafter, the focus shifts to a thoughtful philosophical lens. These stories invite you to explore life from different perspectives and beyond. The small absurdities they hold are not gr...