Agricultural biodiversity is the variety and variability of plants, animals, and microorganisms within agricultural ecosystems. It encompasses diverse crops, livestock, and other organisms essential for food production. Maintaining agricultural biodiversity is crucial for resilient and sustainable farming practices. Diverse crops enhance resistance to pests and diseases, improve soil fertility, and contribute to overall ecosystem health. Traditional farming methods, local varieties, and heirloom breeds play a vital role in preserving this diversity. Agrobiodiversity supports food security by ensuring a broad range of genetic resources, essential for adapting to changing climates and evolving agricultural challenges. Conservation efforts and sustainable farming practices aim to safeguard agricultural biodiversity, fostering resilient and productive ecosystems that benefit both farmers and the planet.
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