Postharvest crop pathology focuses on the study of diseases and microbial infections that affect crops after harvest. These pathogens can cause significant losses in both quantity and quality of harvested produce, making it a crucial field in agriculture and horticulture. By understanding how postharvest diseases develop, researchers can develop strategies to control and prevent these issues, such as improving storage conditions, using antifungal treatments, and developing disease-resistant crop varieties. Effective management of postharvest diseases helps extend the shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and grains, reducing waste and ensuring that consumers have access to healthy and safe produce. This field is vital for ensuring food security and minimizing economic losses in agriculture.
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