Tropical agriculture, characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity, plays a pivotal role in global food production. The unique climatic conditions in tropical regions offer ideal environments for cultivating a diverse range of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and staple foods like rice and sugarcane. Challenges such as pests and diseases are prevalent, requiring sustainable practices and innovative solutions. Agroforestry, intercropping, and efficient water management are essential components of tropical agriculture, promoting biodiversity and soil conservation. The cultivation of tropical crops contributes significantly to local economies, providing livelihoods for many communities. Research in this field focuses on developing resilient crop varieties, enhancing agri-technologies, and promoting sustainable practices to ensure food security and environmental sustainability in tropical regions.
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