Rice Research plays a pivotal role in global agriculture, addressing critical issues related to food security and sustainable farming practices. Scientists focus on developing high-yielding and disease-resistant rice varieties, contributing to increased crop productivity. Genetic modification techniques are employed to enhance traits such as drought resistance and nutritional content, ensuring rice adapts to changing environmental conditions. In addition to crop improvement, research also delves into efficient cultivation methods, water management strategies, and eco-friendly pest control measures. Sustainable farming practices, including organic cultivation and agroecological approaches, are explored to minimize environmental impact. Collaboration between researchers, farmers, and agricultural policymakers facilitates the implementation of innovative solutions, promoting resilient rice production systems worldwide. As a staple food for a significant portion of the global population, ongoing rice research is crucial for ensuring food accessibility, environmental sustainability, and the well-being of communities dependent on this essential crop
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