Innovations in Sustainable Crop Production: Adapting to Climate Change
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Crop Physiology and Crop Production".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 1683
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agriculture; crop modeling; climate change and agriculture; climate change adaptation; genotype x environment interaction; farming systems; soil carbon; GHG emissions; yield gap
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Interests: sustainable agriculture; environment; crop production; climate change and agriculture; environmental impact assessment
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Climate change poses significant challenges to global agriculture, impacting crop productivity, food security, and the sustainability of farming systems. This Special Issue aims to explore innovative strategies and technologies that enhance the resilience and sustainability of crop production in the face of climate change. We invite researchers, scientists, and practitioners to contribute original research articles, reviews, and case studies that address the multifaceted aspects of sustainable crop production under changing climatic conditions. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Climate-Resilient Crop Varieties: breeding and genetic advancements in developing crops that can withstand extreme weather conditions such as drought, heat, and flooding.
- Sustainable Farming Practices: innovative agronomic practices, including precision agriculture, conservation tillage, crop rotation, and organic farming, that improve soil health, water use efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Advanced Irrigation Techniques: development and implementation of efficient irrigation methods, such as drip irrigation and sensor-based irrigation systems, to optimize water use and improve crop yields.
- Soil Management and Health: strategies for maintaining and enhancing soil fertility, structure, and microbiome diversity to support sustainable crop production.
- Integrated Pest and Disease Management: approaches to managing pests and diseases through biological control, resistant varieties, and integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
- Technological Innovations: the role of digital tools, remote sensing, and data analytics in monitoring crop growth, predicting climate impacts, and making informed management decisions.
- Carbon Sequestration and Soil Organic Carbon: practices that enhance carbon sequestration in agricultural soils, contributing to climate change mitigation.
- Socio-Economic Aspects: examining the economic viability and social implications of adopting sustainable crop production practices, including policy frameworks and farmer adoption.
- Climate Adaptation Strategies: case studies and success stories of regions or farms that have effectively implemented climate adaptation strategies to sustain crop production.
- Interdisciplinary Approaches: collaborative research that integrates agronomy, ecology, economics, and social sciences to address the complex challenges of sustainable crop production in a changing climate.
This Special Issue seeks to bring together cutting-edge research and practical insights that can guide farmers, policymakers, and researchers in developing and implementing sustainable practices to adapt to climate change. Contributions should emphasize innovative approaches, scientific rigor, and practical relevance to fostering resilient agricultural systems worldwide.
Dr. Ke Liu
Prof. Dr. Yunbo Zhang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- climate-adaptation strategies
- food security
- soil health and management
- sustainable farming practices
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