Drought-adapted plant species are those that have evolved to survive and thrive in environments with limited water availability. These plants possess specialized traits, such as deep root systems, thick leaves, or the ability to store water, which allow them to endure periods of drought. Research in this area aims to identify and develop crops that can grow in arid conditions without requiring excessive irrigation. These drought-tolerant plants are particularly valuable in regions experiencing water scarcity or changing climatic conditions. By incorporating these species into agricultural and horticultural systems, farmers can ensure stable food production despite unpredictable weather patterns and prolonged dry spells.
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