Agronomic Strategies to Improve Adaptability and Stability of Maize Production Systems Under Climate Change

Dear Colleagues,

With climate change posing significant challenges to global maize production, researchers are developing innovative agronomic strategies in order to enhance the resilience and productivity of crops. Maize, a staple crop that is critical for food security, is highly sensitive to environmental stressors such as extreme temperatures and droughts. The scientific background of climate-related maize research explores how these factors affect growth, yield, and quality, emphasizing the need for developed production systems.

The primary aim of this Special Issue is to improve both the adaptability and stability of maize systems to sustain yields under increasingly variable conditions. This involves a multi-faceted approach, including the optimization of planting dates, the improvement of soil health, the selection of climate-resilient maize varieties, and the enhancement of nutrient management.

Innovative research in this field leverages advanced breeding techniques, precision agriculture technologies, and predictive modeling. These approaches enable researchers to assess climate risks and develop targeted strategies that maximize the efficiency of water use, mitigate soil degradation, and adapt planting practices to shifting weather patterns. Together, these innovations contribute to a more resilient maize production system that is capable of withstanding climate-induced pressures.

This Special Issue also welcomes the submission of research on agronomic field trials and experimental studies, genotype–environment interactions, soil and water management, precision agriculture and digital tools, climate change impact assessments, and reviews and meta-analyses.

Dr. Csaba Bojtor
Prof. Dr. Adrienn Széles
Dr. Árpád Illés
Guest Editors

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