Participatory crop development is a collaborative approach that involves farmers and local communities in the process of selecting and breeding crops that are tailored to their specific needs and environmental conditions. By engaging local knowledge and practices, this method ensures that the developed crops are not only suitable for the region’s climate and soil but also align with the cultural and economic priorities of the farmers. Participatory crop development empowers farmers by giving them a voice in the innovation process and leads to more resilient and productive crops that can better withstand local challenges such as droughts or pests. This approach fosters sustainable agriculture while improving food security at the community level.
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