Agricultural Education and Extension play crucial roles in enhancing farming practices and rural development. Agricultural education involves the formal teaching of agricultural sciences, technology, and management, equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills needed in the agricultural sector. Extension services, on the other hand, involve disseminating this knowledge to farmers, providing them with practical guidance and innovative solutions to improve productivity and sustainability. Through agricultural education, farmers gain insights into modern techniques, crop management, and livestock practices. Extension services bridge the gap between research findings and practical implementation on the field, fostering continuous learning and adaptation to evolving agricultural trends. This synergy contributes to the overall growth of the agricultural sector, empowering farmers to make informed decisions, adopt advanced technologies, and address challenges such as climate change and market dynamics. In essence, Agricultural Education and Extension serve as catalysts for agricultural innovation, ensuring a resilient and thriving farming community.
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 : Socioeconomic constraints in implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in crops and solutions for sustainability
Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
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 : The use of CHP condensate water in greenhouse cultivation
Lisa Huybrechts, Proefstation voor de Groenteteelt vzw, Belgium
Title : Characterization of isolated strains of microorganisms from mineral, mountain, and spring waters from France, Italy, England, South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, Austria, Spain, Singapore, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Turkey, Dubai, and Bulgaria.
Nedyalka Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Title : Markers of PM produced by biomass combustion and development of a sampling and analysis technique
Enrico Paris , CREA-IT , Italy