Forage Systems and Sustainable Animal Production
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Agricultural Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2026 | Viewed by 1317
Special Issue Editors
Interests: forage farming; pasture management; fertilization; forage conservation
Interests: agricultural policies; rural extension; rural producer; agriculture; animal production
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The urgent need to ensure global food security while preserving environmental integrity has placed sustainable agriculture at the center of scientific and policy discussions. This Special Issue aims to explore innovative strategies, technologies, and policies that contribute to the development of sustainable agricultural systems that are capable of addressing current and future challenges. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: climate-smart agriculture, soil and water conservation, agroecology, bio-based inputs, precision farming, renewable energy integration, and circular economy practices in agrifood systems. We particularly seek papers focused on interdisciplinary approaches and scalable solutions that promote environmental resilience, economic viability, and social inclusion. Contributions may include original research, case studies, reviews, and policy analyses addressing sustainability in both crop and livestock systems across diverse agroecosystems. This Special Issue additionally welcomes insights into emerging tools such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and digital agriculture that hold promise in providing a more sustainable and productive agricultural future. By gathering scientific knowledge and applied innovations, this collection of papers hopes to enable the transition towards productive and regenerative agriculture, aligning with the principles of sustainability.
Dr. Ricardo Loiola Edvan
Prof. Dr. Alexandre Fernandes Perazzo
Prof. Dr. Edson Mauro Santos
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable agriculture
- climate-smart practices
- precision farming
- agroecology
- soil and water management
- bio-based inputs
- digital agriculture
- circular economy
- food security
- renewable energy in agriculture
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