Agri-Food Technology is revolutionizing agriculture by integrating cutting-edge technology into the food production ecosystem. This innovative field encompasses precision farming, smart sensors, data analytics, and automation to enhance efficiency and sustainability in agriculture. Farmers can monitor crops in real-time, optimize resource use, and implement sustainable practices, leading to increased yields and reduced environmental impact. From drone-assisted crop surveillance to AI-powered crop disease detection, Agri-Food Technology is transforming traditional farming methods. With advancements like vertical farming, hydroponics, and blockchain for supply chain transparency, this technology fosters a more resilient and responsive agri-food system, ensuring food security in the face of global challenges. As Agri-Food Technology continues to evolve, it holds the key to shaping a more sustainable and technologically advanced future for agriculture.
Title : Socioeconomic constraints in the implementation of integrated pest management in crops
Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Seed-cotton (or kapas) agricultural pollution and environmental health impact assessment
Vijayan Gurumurthy Iyer, Techno-Economic-Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services, India
Title : Monitoring, threats and conservation strategies for plant biodiversity in Greek forest ecosystems
Alexandra D Solomou, Hellenic Agricultural Organization – Dimitra, Institute of Mediterranean Forest Ecosystems (IMFE), Greece
Title : Improving food system awareness with agritourism: The Tour de Farm in Duval County, Florida
Stephen Jennewein, University of Florida, United States
Title : Soil degradation and methods to improve soil fertility – Bulgaria case
Martin Banov, Institute of Soil Science Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection, Bulgaria