Crop growth and development are fundamental aspects of agriculture, encompassing the lifecycle of plants from seed germination to maturity. This intricate process involves stages such as seedling emergence, vegetative growth, flowering, and fruiting. Farmers employ diverse techniques, including optimal nutrient management, irrigation, and pest control, to support healthy crop development. Environmental factors such as temperature, light, and soil quality significantly influence growth. Modern agricultural practices leverage technology, like precision farming and genetic engineering, to enhance crop yield and resilience. Understanding the intricacies of crop growth is crucial for sustainable agriculture, ensuring food security and addressing global challenges such as climate change and population growth.
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