Innovations in Precision Smart Environmental Control for Sustainable Facility Agriculture

Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, the demand for efficient and sustainable agricultural practices has surged, driven by the need to ensure food security and minimize environmental impact. Precision smart environmental control technologies and algorithms have emerged as essential tools in facility agriculture, encompassing greenhouses, livestock systems, and other controlled environments. These innovations enable growers to optimize environmental conditions, enhance plant and livestock productivity, and reduce resource consumption.

The aim of this Special Issue is to explore the latest developments in precision control systems and relevant advanced algorithms applied to environment control in facility agriculture. It seeks to highlight cutting-edge research, innovative solutions, and practical implementations that drive efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in agricultural systems.

The articles in this Special Issue shall cover a broad range of topics, including but not limited to, precision climate control in greenhouses, smart ventilation systems in livestock facilities, environmental impact on animal behavior or plant production, and the application of AI and machine learning algorithms to optimize agricultural environmental operations.

We are soliciting papers that showcase innovative research on Precision Smart Environmental Control in Facility Agriculture. We are particularly interested in papers that demonstrate the use of new technologies and equipment, as well as those that explore the practical implications of their research. We welcome original research articles, review articles, and case studies that provide valuable insights into this important topic.

Dr. Hao Li
Dr. Xiaoshuai Wang
Dr. Guoxing Chen
Guest Editors

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