Conventional agrochemicals are underutilized due to their large particle sizes, poor foliar
retention rates, and difficult translocation in plants, and the development of functional …

Agroecology, as an interdisciplinary field, integrates ecological principles into agricultural
systems to promote sustainability. This paper examines the pivotal role of agroecological …

Peach brown rot, attributed to Monilinia fructicola, presents a significant threat to postharvest
peach cultivation, causing losses of up to 80%. With an increasing number of countries …

Tremendous increase in anthropogenic activities and natural disasters have created long
term negative impacts to the crop productivity as well as on our ecosystem. In the debate …

Nepeta nuda L., a notable medicinal species in the tradition of the Balkan region, is a rich
source of bioactive iridoids and phenolics previously described as high-resolution …

Insecticides used to control agricultural pests can interfere with beneficial arthropods. This
study determined the sublethal effects of two insect growth regulators—buprofezin and …

Plant genetic resources are critical for maintaining global biodiversity and ensuring food
security. However, these resources face threats from factors such as habitat loss and climate …

Sustainable agriculture is becoming increasingly important in the context of global
population growth and climate change. However, young people's interest in agriculture has …

The use of both organic and inorganic fertilizers plays a crucial role in farming practices in
Nepal, depending on their availability. Applying fertilizers like compost, vermicompost, goat …

Rice, a staple food for over half the global population, is crucial for food security, economic
stability, and cultural significance. Its production, however, is threatened by pests like the …