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Rooftop Farming Practices
Rooftop Farming Practices
Rooftop farming practices are innovative urban agriculture solutions that utilize unused rooftop spaces to grow crops. These systems often use soil-based or hydroponic methods to cultivate vegetables, herbs, and fruits. Rooftop farms enhance urban food security, reduce heat island effects, and improve air quality. Incorporating sustainable techniques, like rainwater harvesting and organic fertilizers, minimizes environmental impacts. These farms also promote community engagement and provide educational opportunities for urban residents. Rooftop farming not only maximizes space utilization but also fosters greener cities and self-reliant food systems.
Committee Members
Dachang Zhang
Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Sadygova Madina Karipullovna
Vavilov University, Russian Federation
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy
Alabama A&M University, United States Agri 2026 Speakers
Dilip Nandwani
Tennessee State University, United States
Nedyalka Valcheva
Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Fabio Gresta
University of Messina, Italy
Stefania Toscano
University of Messina, ItalySubmit your abstract Today
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 : Markers of PM produced by biomass combustion and development of a sampling and analysis technique
Enrico Paris , CREA-IT , Italy
Title : A conceptual product development approach for functional sehriye (a traditional Turkish small pasta product): Prebiotic, high-protein, high-fibre, and gluten-free alternatives
Yasin Ozdemir, Ataturk Horticultural Central Research Institute, Turkey
Title : Climate change greenhouse gas (CO2) impact – agriculture crop production: Quality improvement
Madhusudan H Fulekar, Research & Development Cell, Parul University, India
Title : Climate change greenhouse gas (CO2) impact – agriculture crop production: Quality improvement
Ashita Rai, Research and Development Cell, Parul University, India