This book “Environmental Studies and Disaster Management” connects agricultural science with the decisions that protect farms, families and natural resources. Organized for the B.Sc. (Agriculture) 3 (2+1) credit course, it presents 32 theory classes and 16 linked, three-hour practicals in two clear parts. Part I explores ecosystems, biodiversity, soil, water, pollution, waste and sustainable resource management in farming landscapes. Part II examines hazards, early warning, preparedness, response, recovery and the institutions that support community safety. Field observation, water testing, mapping and preparedness exercises help students connect concepts with evidence and local experience. Weather advisories, GIS and remote sensing introduce useful modern tools while keeping affordable, farmer-centred action in view. Its orderly lecture and practical sequence supports classroom teaching, examination revision and the professional judgment of future graduates. Above all, it prepares rural students to serve the Annadāta with care.

Dr. Murthy is a globally recognized Agrometeorologist and internationally acclaimed expert in climate-resilient agriculture, whose pioneering work on “Weather health and agriculture” bridges the critical intersection of climate change and sustainable agriculture. With a career marked by groundbreaking research, teaching, policy influence, and grassroots impact, Dr. Murthy has become a beacon of innovation and resilience in the face of climate change. He has redefined how we think about agriculture in a warming world. Former Senior Professor and Head with nearly four decades of work experience in agrometeorology, climate change and agriculture Dr.Murthy is an international Expert on roving seminars on “Weather- Climate- Farmers”. Dr. Murthy has nearly four decades of work experience with education in B.Sc (Agri.); M.Sc (Ag.Met); Ph.D.(Agron.) and PG Dip.Envi.Studies. Merit scholarship holder at all levels of his studies. Expert Team member of several committees of WMO, Geneva, Switzerland. Received best teacher awards at all levels. CSIR fellowship holder. FAO- ICAR-ANGRAU Fellowship awardee. His concepts include policy concept on climate change, Micromet concept on climate change, comparison concept, blended weather technologies, daily weather and agriculture, slate and pencil technic, etc. Developed web based GDD calculator, rainfall constants, and technologies for winter paddy nurseries. Author of eighteen (18) books and manuals in agrometeorology, fourteen (14) books on agricultural education, seven (7) book chapters with international publishers; over two hundred twenty-five (225) peer reviewed scientific articles, including presentations in seminars, symposia, and workshops. This book reflects his commitment to fostering informed, resilient, and climate change conscious agricultural leaders. It stands the test of time as one of the most important books of present era. 

Chapter 1. Introduction to Environmental Studies

Chapter 2. Natural Resources and Their Management

Chapter 3. Ecosystems and Ecological Principles

Chapter 4. Biodiversity and Conservation

Chapter 5. Environmental Pollution

Chapter 6. Solid Waste Management

Chapter 7. Social Issues and Environment

Chapter 8. Environmental Management for Sustainable Development

Chapter 9. Introduction to Disaster Management

Chapter 10. Floods, Droughts and Cyclones

Chapter 11. Earthquakes, Landslides and Avalanches

Chapter 12. Heat Waves, Cold Waves and Climate Disasters

Chapter 13. Man-Made Disasters

Chapter 14. Transportation Disasters

Chapter 15. Disaster Governance and Institutional Framework

Chapter 16. Sustainable Disaster Risk Reduction

Chapter 17. Schematic Review of Environmental Studies and Disaster Management

Chapter 18. Handling the Course on Environmental Studies and Disaster Management