Future Of Agriculture Research Articles

Analysing Research on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP): A Bibliometric Approach to Global Trends

This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of research on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), using Scopus data to explore the chronological and thematic development of the topic from 1964 to 2024. GAP, established to guarantee food safety, environmental sustainability, and economic viability in agriculture, has achieved international acclaim. Nonetheless, investigations on the subject remain disjointed across agronomy, environmental science, and food safety. Good Agricultural Practices study is crucial in discussing global problems like climate change and food security. GAP is a framework to increase sustainable agricultural productivity, minimise the environmental implications, and make production systems resilient to the increasing global challenges. Through an analysis of the research trends, this study emphasises the critical importance of GAP in shaping a sustainable future for agriculture globally. This analysis utilises bibliometric tools like VOS Viewer and Biblioshiny to synthesise and visualise significant contributions to GAP research. 1,732 papers were examined to ascertain prominent authors, major nations, and significant topic trends. The findings indicate a growing emphasis on sustainable crop management, food safety regulations, and the incorporation of new technology like precision agriculture into Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and also show how most of the published evidence on the potential of GAP to help reduce waste in food processing is for developed regions whereas, in developing regions challenges such as limited access to financial resources, lack of knowledge dissemination, and poor infrastructure hamper the proper application of GAP. It's crucial to face these socio-economic challenges to ensure equitable and sustainable agricultural development worldwide. A notable study deficiency remains in investigations centered on developing regions where GAP might exert the most substantial influence. Moreover, socio-economic obstacles, especially those encountered by smallholder farmers in implementing GAP, remain little examined. The study underscores the necessity for more investigation into the long-term impacts of GAP, particularly concerning climate change and global food security. This analysis identifies research gaps and emerging trends, establishing a basis for future studies and policy measures to promote sustainable farming practices globally. There are some limitations, such as the dependency on the Scopus database. Therefore, all the related studies indexed in other databases would not be included. Moreover, the English-language publication bias may mean valuable research done in non-English speaking countries is obscure, leading to potentially neglected global patterns.

SOIL DAMAGE AND RECOVERY IN UKRAINE: LESSONS FROM GLOBAL POST-WAR EXPERIENCES

The russian invasion of Ukraine has resulted in extensive environmental damage, significantly affecting the country’s soil quality and raising concerns about long-term agricultural sustainability and environmental health. The war has resulted in soil degradation through contamination by military operations, destruction of farmland, and disruption of natural ecosystems. The objective of the research is to evaluate the environmental consequences of the war in Ukraine, with a particular emphasis on soil degradation and the development of strategies for post-war restoration. The manuscript will entail a comprehensive review of existing literature on soil degradation and post-war environmental restoration, with a particular focus on case studies from conflict zones such as Vietnam, the Balkans, and post-Second World War Europe. Furthermore, an analysis of data from Ukrainian government agencies, environmental organizations, and international bodies will be conducted to assess the extent and nature of soil damage caused by the war. To achieve effective recovery of its soils and ecosystems, Ukraine can draw on global experiences and implement long-term strategies combining modern decontamination technologies, sustainable agricultural practices and policy reforms that promote ecological resilience. Environmental, social, and economic factors must be integrated into the country’s post-war recovery strategy. It is imperative that international cooperation and investment in environmental restoration, in conjunction with community involvement, are pursued in order to guarantee the success of these endeavours and to provide Ukraine with the support it requires in order to achieve a sustainable and resilient agricultural future. The research provides a foundation for the development of integrated strategies that leverage global lessons, thereby ensuring long-term recovery for Ukraine’s soil and agricultural systems.

From genes to governance: Engaging citizens in the new genomic techniques policy debate

Societal Impact StatementThe European Union is in the midst of changing the current regulatory framework for new genomic techniques (NGTs) to accelerate the production of plant varieties, in order to achieve the goals of the European Green Deal. These techniques are highly contested, with divergent views on how they should be governed. So far, there has been little effort to engage citizens in this legislative reform process. By engaging with Dutch citizens, we give the public a voice in shaping the future of agriculture and the food system. By facilitating the exchange of multiple views, we allow for more effective governance arrangements.Summary The European Commission (EC) has proposed a new regulation for plants obtained by new genomic techniques (NGTs). Currently, food crops developed with NGTs are subject to the EU Directive 2001/18/EC on the deliberate release into the environment of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The current proposal for a new regulation differentiates between two categories of NGT plants. Category 1 NGT plants will be subject to the new regulation, whereas Category 2 plants will remain subject to the GMO legislation, although the risk assessment may be adapted. In this paper, we analyze the views of Dutch citizens on NGT crops and their governance, prior to the publication of the new proposal. We find significant reservations arising from doubts about NGT crops delivering on their promises, the likelihood of unanticipated consequences, and unnaturalness. We extrapolate our findings to anticipate citizen's response to the new proposal and reflect on ways to move forward, both for policy making, and for the plant science community.

Nanotechnology: A double-edged sword for future smart agriculture and phytopathological management in plants

Modern technology that would boost agricultural outputs might therefore preserve the country's sustainable living standards by enhancing food security. With nanotechnology, it’s possible to produce foods of exceptional quality that also could increase the bioavailability of nutrients during the third decade of the twenty-first century which found usage in a variety of industries such as medical science, pharmaceuticals, food, and energy conservation. Nanotechnology is the synthesis, designing, characterizing, and utilization of assemblies, tools, and systems via directing the morphology and size variation at nanometer level (1 - 100 nm). Nanochemicals, nanopesticides, and nanofertilizers do increase yielding capacity without damaging agricultural land or irrigation water. Nanomaterials (NMs) are aimed protect crops from pests, microbial and fungal pathogens thereby lowering nutrient losses. Nanotechnology holds the potential to monitor soil quality in agricultural fields and sense crop health. Metallic Nanoparticles (Cu, Zn, Ni, Zn Fe, Ag, Al, Ti, and Al) can impinge on plant development, metabolism, and stress tolerance. This paper examines the role that nanoparticles (NPs) be playing while regulating oxidative stress, ROS turnover to mitigate abiotic stress in plants thereby emphasizing the advantages and of nanotechnology for better sustenance of future agriculture practices.

Shaping agricultural future: a comprehensive review on crispr technology applications in agriculture

Shaping agricultural future: a comprehensive review on crispr technology applications in agriculture

Agriculture Go and Act Now (AGAN): To be an Economic Empowerment & Transformation in the Future Agriculture, Banjar Regency, South Kalimantan

AbstrakPertanian dan perubahan iklim saling berkaitan, terutama dalam hal produktivitas dan sistem pertanian. 'Agriculture Go and Act Now' (AGAN), akan tercipta sistem yang seimbang dan menjadi model strategis baru yang 'adaptif' untuk mendorong pertanian berkelanjutan dan ketahanan terhadap perubahan iklim yang kita hadapi saat ini; 1) curah hujan tidak menentu, 2) panas ekstrem, 3) banjir dan kekeringan, 4) kalender sulit diprediksi, dan 5) gagal panen.Penelitian ini menggunakan metode mix method (kualitatif dan kuantitatif), agar data yang dihasilkan lebih akurat dan lengkap baik secara kondisi social maupun secara kuantifikasi data.Berdasarkan hasil pemetaan sosial (2022) di 8 desa; Bawah Selan, Pematang Danau, Pasiraman Simpang Empat, Surian Hanyar, Mataraman, Lok Tamu, Simpang Tiga) Kabupaten Banjar menunjukkan, dimana aset manusia berada pada level rendah (2,26), aset alam rendah (2,31) dan aset finansial juga berada pada level rendah (2,26). sangat rendah (1,66), maka strategi yang digunakan adalah 1) pemberdayaan perempuan, 2) pendampingan dan pendampingan, 3) pengelolaan keuangan, 4) membuka lapangan kerja baru, 5) pangan gizi keluarga, 6) meningkatkan kapasitas sumber daya, 7) mengurangi biaya rumah tangga , dan 8) perubahan perilaku sosial.AGAN sebagai inovasi pertanian berkelanjutan dapat diterapkan dan diadaptasi di berbagai daerah dengan beberapa pendekatan; a) kurikulum, b) jangka panjang, c) pendekatan praktis, d) kemitraan, e) berbasis pasar, f) varietas tanaman baru menuju ketahanan pangan menjadi 'sistem nilai' yang berkelanjutan bagi masyarakat. Kata KunciPertanian; Perubahan Iklim; Strategi; Inovasi; Sustainability

A Study of Futures Price Forecasting with a Focus on the Role of Different Economic Markets

Current research on futures price prediction focuses on the autocorrelation of historical prices, yet the resulting predictions often suffer from issues of inaccuracy and lag. This paper uses Chinese corn futures as the subject of study. First, we identify key influencing factors, such as Chinese soybean futures, U.S. soybean futures, and the U.S.-China exchange rate, that exhibit ‘predictive causality’ with corn futures prices through the Granger causality test. We then apply the sample convolution and interaction network (SCINet) to perform both single-step and multi-step predictions of futures prices. The experimental results show that incorporating key influencing factors significantly improves prediction accuracy. For instance, in the single-step prediction, combining historical prices with Chinese soybean futures prices reduces the MAE and RMSE values by 5.12% and 3.45%, respectively, compared to using historical prices alone. Furthermore, the SCINet model outperforms traditional models such as temporal convolutional networks (TCN), gated recurrent units (GRU), and long short-term memory (LSTM) networks when based solely on historical prices. This study validates the effectiveness of key influencing factors in forecasting Chinese corn futures prices and demonstrates the advantages of the SCINet model in futures price prediction. The findings provide valuable insights for optimising the agricultural futures market and enhancing the ability to predict price risks.

Mineral-ecological cropping systems mitigate biodiversity-productivity trade-offs of the organic vs. conventional farming dichotomy

Conventional agriculture significantly reduces biodiversity, while organic farming promotes it, but often yields half as much. Addressing this biodiversity-productivity trade-off is crucial for future agriculture. Mineral-ecological cropping systems (MECS) have been suggested as an alternative, blending organic and conventional methods by avoiding chemical-synthetic pesticides and using mineral fertilizers. In a German experiment with 168 parcels, we compared MECS, conventional, and organic systems in terms of ecological and economic performance. Arthropod diversity was measured through standardized species collections and DNA-metabarcoding. Productivity was assessed via yields and economic profits. MECS showed similar arthropod diversity to other farming systems, achieved 90% of conventional crop yields, and produced 1.8 times of the organic yield. Profits from MECS were on average 37% higher than the conventional system with a short wheat-maize-soy crop rotation. Further farm-level studies are needed, but MECS could be a reasonable alternative to both organic and conventional farming and can mitigate biodiversity-productivity trade-offs.

‘Agricultural Students’ Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence: Challenges and Opportunities in Tamil Nadu, India

Artificial Intelligence (AI) potential to revolutionize agricultural practices, from precision farming to decision-making, is increasingly recognized by students. Understanding their views is essential for fostering AI adoption and innovation in the agricultural sector. The research was conducted among 100 agricultural students from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, using a proportionate random sampling method. A well-structured questionnaire was used to collect data on students' perceived usefulness of AI, ease of use, its impact on learning, emotional responses and attitudes towards AI in agriculture and challenges faced by the agricultural students. Mean score and percentage analysis were used to analyse the collected data. The results show that AI improves decision-making processes in farm management (4.52), AI is easy to use for agricultural studies (4.42), AI tools make learning more interactive and engaging in agricultural education (4.54), the idea of using AI in agriculture makes me feel excited (3.73) and students believe AI technologies will play a significant role in the future of agriculture (3.96). About 85 per cent of students had technical limitations, such as insufficient access to equipment and software. Furthermore, the integration of AI with traditional agricultural practices was found to be difficult for 81 per cent of the respondents. The study concludes that while agricultural students are eager to embrace AI in their future careers, significant improvements in infrastructure, training, and support are needed to fully realize AI’s potential in the agricultural sector. These findings offer valuable insights for educators seeking to foster AI-driven innovation in agriculture.

A System for Remotely Monitoring and Controlling Temperature within an Egg Artificial Incubator

According to a report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, poultry meat is the leading contributor to global growth in total meat production. This growth is facilitated by the short production cycle of poultry, advancements in genetics, animal healthcare, feeding methods, breeding techniques, and improved environmental conditions, enabling producers to adapt quickly to market demands. Proper hatching practices are critical to maximizing the number of healthy chicks and minimizing their mortality rate. There are two primary methods of hatching: natural incubation, where hens incubate eggs by sitting on them, and artificial incubation, which uses incubators. In artificial incubation, monitoring and controlling key environmental factors, particularly temperature and humidity, are essential. Maintaining the incubator's temperature within an optimal range is crucial, with literature recommending a range of 37°C to 38°C and an ideal temperature of 37.8°C. This paper introduces a system for remotely monitoring and controlling temperature within an artificial incubator. The system integrates hardware and software based on the Internet of Things (IoT) framework. For this purpose, a proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controller is designed to maintain the desired temperature, with temperature data stored in a database and accessible online. The proposed system offers a cost-effective yet highly efficient solution, primarily designed for small-scale hatcheries. With modifications, it can be adapted for broader agricultural applications, including greenhouses, silos, and stables. By contributing to digital agriculture, the system supports sustainable farming practices, which are essential for the future of agriculture.

Microgreens: A Comprehensive Review Emphasizing Urban Agriculture

In this comprehensive review, we delve into the multifaceted world of nutrient-rich microgreens, with a particular emphasis on their significance in urban agriculture. By exploring their nutritional composition, culinary applications and cultivation techniques, we aim to shed light on the transformative potential of microgreens in promoting sustainable urban food systems. Through an interdisciplinary lens encompassing agronomy, nutrition and urban planning, we uncover the myriad benefits of microgreens cultivation and highlight the critical role they play in shaping the future of urban agriculture.

Forging a Sustainable Agricultural Future: Tradition and Innovation in Shaping Acceptance of Insect-Based Foods

Forging a Sustainable Agricultural Future: Tradition and Innovation in Shaping Acceptance of Insect-Based Foods

A dynamic capabilities framework for agriculture education partnerships

ABSTRACT Purpose Our study aimed to identify the characteristics required to develop effective teacher-industry partnerships in Australia. These partnerships are increasingly important in agricultural for teachers to better understand the technological careers available for their students in agriculture. To determine the dynamic capabilities required for effective partnership in agriculture, we examined how teachers and industry representatives worked in partnerships to increase knowledge and understanding of agriculture technology in schools. Design/Methodology/Approach A qualitative case study methodology was used which focussed on industry representatives’ and teachers’ experiences in the context of a teacher professional development programme. Semi-structured interviews were used to explore five purposively selected teacher-industry partnerships that were formed during the programme. Findings This study has identified specific characteristics and behaviours required for effective teacher-industry partnerships in Australia and provide a practical guide for those seeking to work together to improve the visibility of agriculture careers and support a talent pipeline into the sector. Practical Implications Our research has found that for Australian teachers to be role models for future agriculture professionals and provide up-to-date information about the career opportunities available in agriculture, they require knowledge of authentic industry practices that can be developed through partnerships with industry. Theoretical Implications This study applies the Dynamic Capabilities (Dentoni et al. 2016) framework to an agriculture education context and extends it by identifying critical characteristics for agricultural education partnerships. Originality/Value Establishing stronger ties between agriculture teachers and industry is more important than ever given the critical talent pipeline issues facing the Australian agriculture sector. This paper contributes by providing a framework of dynamic capabilities required for effective teacher-industry partnerships in agriculture education.

The Future of Agriculture in Indonesia: Facing Climate Change and Globalization

The Future of Agriculture in Indonesia: Facing Climate Change and Globalization

Artificial intelligence as a driver of change in modern agriculture

This article examines the essence and characteristics of artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in various agriculture segments. Special attention is paid to the challenges of implementing AI in crop production, animal husbandry, resource management, and analytical processes. The role of robotics is examined as a key factor in the digital transformation of the agricultural sector, facilitating the adoption of new production approaches. The article highlights the main advantages of AI in the agricultural sector, such as the automation of routine tasks, reduction of manual labor costs, increased production efficiency, and the creation of new products. The use of intelligent technologies optimizes resources and boosts productivity, contributing to the competitiveness of agricultural enterprises. The article also reviews global experiences in the implementation of AI and robotics in agriculture. Examples of successful use of these technologies by leading companies are provided, along with an analysis of the experience of Ukrainian agricultural enterprises. Positive aspects of AI implementation, such as increased efficiency and crop yields, are studied, while drawbacks and risks associated with adapting new technologies to the specific conditions of Ukrainian agriculture are also highlighted. The conclusions of the article emphasize that the use of AI is a promising direction for the development of the agricultural sector. AI technologies help address key challenges related to food security and sustainable development. Despite the challenges and risks, AI's potential to enhance agricultural production efficiency is significant, and the future of agriculture largely depends on the further development and implementation of these technologies. The widespread introduction of intelligent technologies can not only transform agricultural processes, but also make them more environmentally sustainable and economically profitable in the long term. Key words: artificial intelligence, agricultural sector, innovative technologies, agriculture, crop production, animal husbandry, robotics, machine intelligence.

Intelligent Agricultural Machinery and Robots: Embracing Technological Advancements for a Sustainable and Highly Efficient Agricultural Future

Agriculture today stands on the brink of transformative innovation, driven by technological advancements in intelligent machinery and robotics [...]

Camellia oleifera Abel. shell based slow-release fertilizer: A new insights of urea store and release mechanism from cellular-structural-molecular level

Camellia oleifera Abel. shell based slow-release fertilizer: A new insights of urea store and release mechanism from cellular-structural-molecular level

Examining dynamics: Unraveling the impact of oil price fluctuations on forecasting agricultural futures prices

Examining dynamics: Unraveling the impact of oil price fluctuations on forecasting agricultural futures prices

Subak Lungatad in Preventing Land Conversion through the Revision of Awig – Awig

Subak is a community organization that specializes in regulating the rice field irrigation system used in rice cultivation in Bali, one of which is Subak Lungatad Yang in Peguyangan Kangin Village, North Denpaar. Subak Lungatad has a customary law norm called Awig-Awig. Awig-Awig is a customary law norm that is formulated and regulates the behavior pattern of community members in interacting in order to create order and peace, meaning that Awig-Awig grows and is formulated so that the life of the community in the customary village is not damaged. However, in the application of awig – awig Subak is also lived by the Balinese people as a concept of life, because it is a direct manifestation of the philosophy called Tri Hita Karana. There is a problem that arises in the awigs in Subak Lungatad is that they have not regulated and can anticipate changes in land use change in the subak Lungatad district Land use change in the last 1 year covering an area of 0.8 hectares, which is in Subak Lungatad, from the area of Subak 114 hectares. From this data, it can be described that land use change is still occurring. Pekaseh Subak Lungatad, I Made Maja, revealed that Subak Lungatad is part of the irrigation area of Kedewatan Pasedahan Yeh Lauh, Peguyangan Kangin Village, North Denpasar District. With a raw land area of 120 hectares, all of them are semi-irrigated. The subak land continues to experience pressure due to land conversion, there tends to be housing development. This condition is certainly really concerning for the future of rice fields and agriculture of the people of Denpasar. The participation of Krama Subak in preventing the conversion of agricultural land into housing can be done by including the rules in the awig-awig subak. Although the existing awig subak has not yet regulated it, it can be made in the form of a perarem or implementing rule of the awig- awig. The role of subak as a traditional organization in the field of water use at the farming level in indigenous peoples. The important role of the subak system is closely related to the strength of the subak itself, including the simplicity of the organizational structure, a cooperative work system and the implementation of the Tri Hita Karana philosophy. One of them is related to weakness which is also related to the lands in the subak lungakad area. The Awig Subak Lungatad that was made has not been regulated for a long time in anticipating changes in land use.

The Role of Biotechnology in Shaping the Future of Modern Agriculture

Biotechnology stands as a cornerstone in the evolution of modern agriculture, offering an array of innovative solutions poised to revolutionize crop productivity, enhance nutritional quality, and foster environmental sustainability. This comprehensive review delves into the multifaceted role of biotechnology in shaping the future landscape of agriculture, encompassing diverse realms such as genetic engineering, molecular breeding, and microbial biotechnology. Spanning from crop improvement to pest and disease management, soil health, and sustainable agriculture practices, the applications of biotechnology in agriculture are far-reaching and profound. Genetic engineering emerges as a powerful tool in the arsenal of agricultural biotechnology, facilitating the precise manipulation of plant genomes to confer desirable traits such as increased yield, enhanced nutritional content, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Molecular breeding techniques complement this approach, leveraging advances in genomics and bioinformatics to expedite the breeding process and develop high-performing crop varieties tailored to specific agroecological contexts, microbial biotechnology emerges as a pivotal force in sustainable agriculture, harnessing the power of beneficial microorganisms to improve soil fertility, enhance nutrient uptake, and suppress plant pathogens. From biofertilizers and biopesticides to bioremediation and phytoremediation, microbial-based solutions hold immense potential in mitigating environmental degradation and promoting agroecosystem resilience, the widespread adoption of biotechnology in agriculture is not devoid of societal, economic, and ethical considerations. Regarding food safety, environmental impact, and socio-economic equity underscore the need for rigorous regulatory frameworks and robust risk assessment protocols to ensure the responsible deployment of biotechnological innovations, public perceptions and fostering dialogue between stakeholders are essential for building trust and garnering support for biotechnology in agriculture. Education, transparency, and stakeholder engagement are paramount in navigating the complex terrain of biotechnology governance and fostering an enabling environment for innovation, the current state and future prospects of biotechnology in agriculture, this review endeavors to inform policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders about the transformative potential of biotechnology to address pressing global challenges such as food security, climate change, and environmental sustainability. Embracing the opportunities afforded by biotechnology holds the key to unlocking a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable agricultural future.