Forage crop optimization is the practice of selecting, planting, and managing the most suitable forage species to meet the nutritional needs of livestock. By using a combination of scientific techniques and traditional knowledge, farmers can improve the quality and quantity of forage available, ensuring healthy livestock and better productivity. Practices such as rotational grazing, timely planting, and soil fertility management help enhance forage growth. Additionally, the selection of drought-resistant or nutrient-dense varieties can improve forage quality and sustainability, especially in regions facing unpredictable weather patterns. Forage crop optimization reduces the need for expensive commercial feed, offering farmers a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for livestock nutrition.
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