Water productivity in crops refers to the amount of crop yield produced per unit of water used, making it an essential concept for sustainable agriculture. Improving water productivity involves efficient water management practices such as deficit irrigation, where crops receive less water than traditional irrigation schedules, but in a way that doesn’t compromise yield. Additionally, selecting drought-tolerant crop varieties and using technologies like drip irrigation can improve water use efficiency. By optimizing water resources and reducing waste, farmers can achieve higher yields with less water, ensuring better productivity in areas with limited water availability and enhancing food security globally.
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