Crop Scientists play a crucial role in advancing agricultural practices through research and innovation. By studying the biology, genetics, and environmental interactions of various crops, these scientists aim to improve crop yields, enhance nutritional content, and develop resistance to pests and diseases. Their work is essential in addressing global food security challenges, as they focus on increasing the productivity of staple crops while minimizing environmental impact. Crop scientists also explore sustainable farming methods, ensuring that agricultural practices are both effective and eco-friendly. Through biotechnology and advanced breeding techniques, they are creating crops that are more resilient to changing climate conditions, such as drought, extreme temperatures, and soil degradation. The application of genomics, molecular biology, and other cutting-edge technologies enables crop scientists to create innovative solutions that help farmers worldwide improve their crops' quality and resilience. This research and its resulting technologies are vital in combating food shortages and supporting global efforts for sustainable agriculture. By working closely with agricultural communities, policymakers, and industry leaders, crop scientists contribute significantly to shaping the future of food production, ensuring that it can meet the demands of a growing global population. Their dedication to science and sustainability will be key in securing the agricultural practices needed to feed the world for generations to come.
Title : Exploring the genetic diversity in tannin-rich forages to explain the large intra species variability in tannin content
Selina Sterup Moore, Aarhus University, Denmark
Title : Isolation and functional properties of biomolecules of plants and its application
Balagopalan Unni, GEMS Arts & Science College (Autonomous), India
Title : Primed for the future: PGPR and the promise of sustainable, heritable crop resilience
Prashant Singh, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), India
Title : Revealing allelic variations in candidate genes associated with grain yield under salinity stress between two contrasting rice genotypes
Nisha Sulari Kottearachchi, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
Title : Adaptive strategies of Aristida L. species across ecological zones of Pakistan: Linking soil characteristics with morphological and physiological traits
Iram Ijaz, University of Agriculture Faisalabad Pakistan, Pakistan
Title : Ethnobotanical survey and abundance of weeds in selected Manihot esculenta (cassava) Crantz farms in Osun state, Nigeria
Dada Caleb Mayokun, University of Ibadan, Nigeria