Agriculture constitutes a sector with a considerable environmental impact, a concern that is
poised to increase with the projected growth in population, thereby amplifying implications …

Plastic film mulching has been adopted for cotton production for nearly 30 years in Xinjiang,
China, plastic residues accumulate in the soil at extremely high levels, which has resulted in …

Determination of relative root-zone water depletion (RRWD) thresholds to trigger irrigation is
crucial to create optimal irrigation schedules targeting maximum yield and/or water …

Climate variability is a major threat to maize (Zea mays) crops in Colombia, posing a risk to
food security and compliance with Sustainable Development Goals. Therefore, this study …

Drought stress poses a substantial threat to global plant productivity amid increasing
population and rising agricultural demand. To overcome this problem, the utilization of …

The sustainable high yield of crops is critically important under the current situation of global
climate warming. In order to improve regional yield, it is urgent to clarify the limiting factors of …

Global water scarcity has become a non-negligible problem that threatens the sustainable
development of agriculture. In order to alleviate the contradiction between grain demand …

Maize is a globally significant food crop but its future sustainability under rainfed conditions
is at risk due to climate change and increased climate uncertainty. In Pakistan most maize is …

The synchronicity of rain and heat in the summer of China's monsoon region provides
sufficient water and heat resources for maize growth. However, the intra-annual distribution …

Ensuring global food security and adapting to the challenges posed by climate change,
particularly in rainfed agriculture, are paramount concerns. This research investigates the …