Agricultural development is a critical driver of global sustainability, focusing on enhancing food security, livelihoods, and environmental resilience. Through innovative practices such as precision farming, organic cultivation, and sustainable water management, agricultural development seeks to optimize yields while minimizing environmental impact. It involves the adoption of advanced technologies, precision agriculture, and climate-smart techniques to address challenges like climate change and resource scarcity. By promoting agribusiness, market linkages, and farmer empowerment, agricultural development contributes to rural economic growth and poverty reduction. Research and investments in agroecology, crop diversification, and efficient supply chains play pivotal roles in fostering a resilient and productive agricultural sector. Overall, agricultural development is essential for creating a sustainable and equitable global food system that meets the nutritional needs of a growing population while safeguarding the planet's ecosystems.
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 : Suitaiology: A strategic science for reframing agricultural risks under climate extremes — from water-use efficiency to water-situation wisdom
Dachang Zhang, Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Title : Agroecological practices and their effects on ecosystem services in sustainable mediterranean cropping systems
Fabio Gresta, University of Messina, Italy
Title : Cultivating green wisdom: Urban horticulture techniques for home vegetable cultivation in small spaces for older adults
Consuelo Lima Navarro de Andrade, State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS), Brazil
Title : Teaching food and nutrition security as a critical concern in higher education capstone
Usha R Palaniswamy, Maria College, United States
Title : Assessment of spraying effectiveness using heavy-duty agricultural UAVs in high-growing crops: Spray deposition and canopy coverage efficiency
Tytus Berbec, Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation - State Research Institute, Poland