Genetic Improvement and Cultivation Practices for High-Yield and Quality Forage

Dear Colleagues,

As the global demand for animal-derived products continues to rise, the pressure on sustainable livestock production systems intensifies. The foundation of this industry lies in a consistent and nutritious supply of forage. Enhancing both the yield and quality of forage crops is therefore paramount to ensuring food security, improving farm profitability, and reducing the environmental footprint of agriculture. This Special Issue, "Genetic Improvement and Cultivation Practices for High-Yield and Quality Forage", is dedicated to exploring the synergistic integration of advanced breeding techniques and precision agronomy to meet these challenges. Genetic Improvements: Application of quantitative genetic, genomics, marker-assisted selection, and genomic prediction for traits such as biomass yield, nutritional quality. Cultivation Practices: Optimized strategies for irrigation, fertilization, harvesting schedules, and stand persistence to maximize both productivity and resource-use efficiency. We seek to compile cutting-edge research that bridges the gap between genotype and phenotype, unlocking the full potential of forage species. We invite the submission of original research articles, reviews, and methodological papers that contribute to the advancement of forage science.

Dr. Qi Yan
Prof. Dr. Jiyu Zhang
Guest Editors

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