Agricultural systems encompass the diverse methods and practices employed in cultivating crops and raising livestock to meet the demands of food production. These systems integrate a range of components, including soil management, crop selection, irrigation, and pest control, to optimize yield and sustainability. Traditional agricultural systems often involve manual labor and seasonal cycles, while modern approaches incorporate cutting-edge technologies such as precision farming, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and automated machinery. The efficiency and resilience of agricultural systems are crucial for global food security, and sustainable practices are gaining prominence to mitigate environmental impacts. Agroecology, organic farming, and agribusiness contribute to shaping the evolving landscape of agricultural systems. The synergy between traditional wisdom and technological innovation is pivotal in addressing the challenges of feeding a growing population while minimizing ecological footprint. Overall, the study and development of agricultural systems play a pivotal role in ensuring a balance between food production, environmental conservation, and economic viability
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