Innovative Strategies for Sustainable Climate-Resilient Agricultural Systems: Integrating Science, Technology, and Policy for Future Farming

Dear Colleagues,

Climate change continues to pose significant challenges to agricultural productivity, environmental integrity, and global food security. Developing sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural systems requires integrated approaches that combine scientific innovation, technological advancement, and supportive policy frameworks. This Special Issue of Sustainability aims to highlight innovative strategies, interdisciplinary research, and practical solutions that enhance the resilience, productivity, and sustainability of farming systems under changing climatic conditions. We welcome original research articles, comprehensive reviews, case studies, and policy perspectives that address both the scientific and socio-economic dimensions of climate-resilient agriculture. 

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:·       

• Climate-smart and regenerative agricultural practices;·       
• Precision and digital agriculture for optimized resource use;·       
• Innovations in soil, water, and nutrient management for food and fibre productivity ;·       
• Crop breeding and biotechnology for climate adaptation;·       
• On-farm experimentation design and analysis;·       
• Modelling and forecasting climate impacts on yield and ecosystem services;·       
• The integration of renewable energy and circular economy principles in farming systems;·       
• Socio-economic and policy instruments that facilitate sustainable agricultural transitions;·       
• Knowledge building and participatory innovation for resilient agri-food systems.·         

Submission Types: Original research articles, reviews, short communications, data papers, and policy perspectives. 

Target Audience: Researchers, agronomists, environmental scientists, policymakers, and practitioners working at the intersection of agriculture, sustainability, and climate resilience. 

Dr. Daowei Sun
Guest Editor

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