Crop production is the cornerstone of agriculture, encompassing the cultivation of plants for food, fiber, and other resources. It involves a series of practices such as soil preparation, planting, fertilization, pest control, and harvesting. Modern crop production incorporates advanced technologies like precision farming, genetic engineering, and sustainable agricultural practices to enhance efficiency and yield. Farmers employ a variety of crops, including cereals, fruits, vegetables, and cash crops, contributing to global food security and economic development. Sustainable crop production aims to minimize environmental impact, conserve resources, and ensure long-term agricultural viability. Climate, soil conditions, and water availability significantly influence crop choices and production outcomes. Crop production plays a pivotal role in addressing the world's growing population's food demands. Ongoing research and innovations continue to shape the future of crop production, striving for increased productivity while minimizing environmental consequences
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