Horticultural crops, encompassing fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, sprouts, mushrooms, algae, seaweeds, non-food crops such as grass and ornamental trees and plants, play a vital role in agriculture. These crops contribute to global food security, nutrition, and economic prosperity. Cultivated with precise care and techniques, horticultural practices emphasize sustainable and efficient methods for maximizing yields. The cultivation of horticultural crops involves a deep understanding of plant biology, soil health, and climate conditions. From orchards to market gardens, horticulture not only provides a diverse range of fresh produce but also supports environmental sustainability through practices like agroforestry and organic farming. As essential components of agricultural landscapes, horticultural crops showcase the harmonious integration of science and nature, promoting healthy ecosystems and enhancing the visual appeal of our surroundings.
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