Innovations in Irrigation: Modernizing Water Management for Efficiency and Sustainability
A special issue of Water (ISSN 2073-4441). This special issue belongs to the section "Water, Agriculture and Aquaculture".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 30
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agricultural water management; precision irrigation; irrigation scheduling; abiotic stress monitoring; drought monitoring; remote sensing in agriculture
Interests: circular agriculture; environmental impact; plant–soil–water relations; soil moisture management; alternative water sources; nutrient retention
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue explores innovative approaches to modernizing irrigation systems and water management practices, aiming to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in the face of climate change, water scarcity, and growing food and energy demands. As global pressures mount, integrated solutions that reflect the water–food–energy nexus are essential to ensure long-term resource security.
We welcome original research, case studies, and conceptual papers on advanced irrigation technologies, such as precision irrigation, IoT-based water monitoring, AI-powered scheduling, and data-driven decision support systems. In addition, we encourage contributions on sustainable water sources, including rainwater harvesting, treated wastewater reuse, and managed aquifer recharge, particularly when applied to energy- and water-efficient indoor farming systems.
This Issue seeks interdisciplinary insights that bridge technology, ecology, and socio-economic considerations—especially those aligned with circular economy principles and inclusive water governance. By fostering knowledge exchange across agricultural and urban contexts, this Special Issue aims to promote scalable solutions for optimizing water use while supporting food security, energy efficiency, and ecosystem health.
Prof. Dr. Attila Tibor Nagy
Guest Editor
Dr. Nikolett Éva Kiss
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- precision irrigation
- smart irrigation systems
- water–food–energy nexus
- IoT-based water monitoring
- AI and decision support tools
- indoor farming
- water and energy efficiency
- water reuse and circularity
- sustainable water governance
- climate-resilient irrigation systems
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