Innovations and Trends in Sustainable Crop and Livestock 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: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 3
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agricultural engineering
Interests: plant physiology
Interests: soil characteristics and recovery
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Sustainable crop and livestock production is at the heart of addressing some of the most pressing global challenges, including food security, climate change, and environmental degradation. As the demand for agricultural products continues to grow, there is an urgent need to innovate and adopt practices that enhance productivity while preserving ecosystems and natural resources.
Recent advancements in areas such as precision agriculture, climate-smart farming, sustainable feed systems, and biotechnology are transforming the way we produce food. These innovations not only improve efficiency and resilience but also contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting animal welfare.
This research area is critical for developing integrated and sustainable agricultural systems that are economically viable, environmentally sound, and socially responsible. We invite you to contribute your expertise, share your findings, and engage in meaningful dialog to shape the future of sustainable agriculture.
We are pleased to invite you to contribute to our upcoming Special Issue. This Special Issue aims to bring together high-quality research, reviews, and case studies that highlight recent advances and emerging trends in the sustainable transformation of agricultural systems.
The focus is on innovative practices and technologies that address environmental concerns, enhance crop and livestock production, and contribute to overall sustainability. Topics may include—but are not limited to—climate-smart agriculture, regenerative practices, sustainable silage and feed production, precision farming, integrated pest and nutrient management, and biotechnology.
This Special Issue aligns with the journal’s scope by addressing critical global challenges such as food security, environmental stewardship, and agricultural resilience. It encourages interdisciplinary approaches and real-world applications that contribute to sustainable development goals.
We look forward to your valuable contribution to this important and timely collection.
This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research, practical innovations, and interdisciplinary approaches that advance the sustainability of crop and livestock production systems. We welcome original research articles, review papers, short communications, case studies, and perspective pieces that address both the theoretical and applied aspects of sustainable agriculture. Suggested themes include—but are not limited to—climate-smart agricultural practices, regenerative and conservation agriculture, precision farming technologies, sustainable silage and forage production, integrated crop–livestock systems, animal welfare and sustainable breeding, nutrient and pest management strategies, sustainability approaches, and the role of biotechnology in sustainable production.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. André Alisson Rodrigues da Silva
Dr. Flávio José Rodrigues Cruz
Dr. Celeste Queiroz Rossi
Dr. Henry Daniel Ruiz Alba
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainability
- agriculture
- livestock
- crops
- animal nutrition
- regenerative
- precision farming
- biotechnology
- animal welfare
- resource efficiency
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