Commercial plantations play a pivotal role in modern agriculture, serving as robust engines for sustainable production and economic growth. These large-scale ventures are meticulously planned and managed, focusing on cultivating high-yield crops for mass consumption or industrial use. Key crops include timber, rubber, palm oil, and various fruits. Commercial plantations utilize advanced farming techniques, technology, and precise resource management to optimize yields and ensure efficiency. Beyond contributing to global food and resource demands, these plantations often drive employment, foster rural development, and adhere to environmental sustainability practices. Balancing productivity with responsible land use, commercial plantations stand as vital contributors to agricultural innovation and economic stability.
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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