Spatiotemporal optimization of irrigation practices for winter wheat in China: Rationale, implications, and solutions by Luchen Zhang, Yuan Cao, Weihao Qian, Junning Tian, Shengshi Huang, Xiaolei Qiu, Bing Liu, Liang Tang, Liujun Xiao, Weixing Cao, Yan Zhu, Leilei Liu

“…The findings offer a method for quantitatively predicting and warning of the impacts of drought stress, and meanwhile support the formulation of irrigation strategies that maximize crop yield and water use efficiency and reducing water consumption in China.…”
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A review of population genetics and the prospects for crop improvement by Godswill Ntsomboh-Ntsefong, Gabriel Mahbou Somo Toukam, Benoit Constant Likeng-Li-Ngue, Kingsley Tabi Mbi, Seyum Getachew Essubalew, Mohammad Ali Shariati, Vesna Karapetkovska Hristova, Libert Brice Tonfack, Joseph Martin Bell, Emmanuel Youmbi

“…By using population genetics to improve crop yields, disease resistance, and other desirable traits, breeders can help ensure a sustainable and secure food supply for future generations.…”
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Impact of Soil Erosion on Agricultural Productivity in Nyakishenyi Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Nahurira, Brendah

“…The analysis revealed that soil erosion has a detrimental impact on crop yields and overall agricultural sustainability in the region. …”
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Interpretable Machine Learning Techniques for an Advanced Crop Recommendation Model by Mohamed Bouni, Badr Hssina, Khadija Douzi, Samira Douzi

“…Achieving sustainable agricultural advancements necessitates optimizing crop yields while maintaining environmental stewardship. …”
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Effect of Tillage Practices on Soil Properties and Crop Productivity in Wheat-Mungbean-Rice Cropping System under Subtropical Climatic Conditions by Md. Khairul Alam, Md. Monirul Islam, Nazmus Salahin, Mirza Hasanuzzaman

“…This study was conducted to know cropping cycles required to improve OM status in soil and to investigate the effects of medium-term tillage practices on soil properties and crop yields in Grey Terrace soil of Bangladesh under wheat-mungbean-T. aman cropping system. …”
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Transition from irrigation with untreated wastewater to treated wastewater and associated benefits and risks by Benjamin J. Heyde, Melanie Braun, Leila Soufi, Kathia Lüneberg, Sara Gallego, Wulf Amelung, Katharina Axtmann, Gabriele Bierbaum, Stefanie P. Glaeser, Elisabeth Grohmann, René Arredondo-Hernández, Ines Mulder, Dipen Pulami, Kornelia Smalla, Christiane Zarfl, Christina Siebe, Jan Siemens

“…While this transition reduces many health risks, it may decrease crop yields, and soil carbon storage, cause a release of accumulated pollutants from soils, and increase the spread of antibiotic resistance in the environment. …”
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Granulation compared to co-application of biochar plus mineral fertilizer and its impacts on crop growth and nutrient leaching by Jannis Grafmüller, Jens Möllmer, E. Marie Muehe, Claudia I. Kammann, Daniel Kray, Hans-Peter Schmidt, Nikolas Hagemann

“…Half the pots received heavy rain simulation treatments to investigate nutrient leaching. Crop yields were not significantly increased by biochar without leaching compared to the control. …”
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Farmers’ knowledge improves identification of drought impacts: A nationwide statistical analysis in Zambia by Max Mauerman, Henny Osbahr, Emily Black, Daniel Osgood, Grieve Chelwa, Bernadette Mushinge

“…Zambia, like many countries, has experienced structural changes in its crop production systems over the last 30 years. Staple crop yields are therefore a weak proxy for food insecurity without wider socio-economic and agricultural context. …”
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Impact of Climate Change on Food Security in Kashare Sub-County, Mbarara District. by Agaba, Richard

“…The objectives were to identify the causes of climate change in the area, evaluate its effects on crop yields and food security, and explore the adaptation strategies that farmers use to counter climate change impacts on food production and livelihoods. …”
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Impact of Climate Change on Food Security in Kashare Sub-County Mbarara District. by Agaba, Richard

“…Concerning the impact of climate change on crop yields and food security, 42.9% of respondents reported reduced maize yields as the primary effect. …”
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Ensuring Africa’s Food Security by 2050: The Role of Population Growth, Climate-Resilient Strategies, and Putative Pathways to Resilience by Belay Simane, Thandi Kapwata, Natasha Naidoo, Guéladio Cissé, Caradee Y. Wright, Kiros Berhane

“…The analysis assumes a 5% reduction in crop yields for every degree of warming above historical levels, with a minimum requirement of 225 kg of cereals per person per year. …”
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Biochar and sewage sludge phosphorus fertilizer effects on phosphorus bioavailability and spinach ( Spinacia oleracea L.) yields under no-till system in semi-arid soils by Ugele Majaule, Oagile Dikinya, Bruno Glaser

“…Accumulation of M3-P in control plots confounded correlations between crop yields and available P. Higher P under BC compared to SS amended soils emphasize biochar capacity to capture P from irrigation water.Conclusion The results suggest that combined low rates of SS and BC can have significant effects on P availability and crop yields. …”
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Pollination of Cucurbita spp. (squash and pumpkin) crops in Florida by Rachel E. Mallinger, Oscar E. Liburd

“…Without insect pollination, however, crop yields for zucchini, crookneck, spaghetti, butternut and the rest of the large and delectable crew of squash and pumpkin species grown in Florida would be low to nonexistent. …”
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Current Status of Research, Regulations, and Future Challenges for CRISPR Gene-Editing in Crop Improvement by Sadikshya Sharma, Seonghee Lee, Heqiang Huo

“…Considerable efforts have been devoted to apply this gene-editing technology in modern agriculture to increase crop yields and improve the quality of food ingredients, especially by many of the major agronomic seed-producing companies. …”
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Current Status of Research, Regulations, and Future Challenges for CRISPR Gene-Editing in Crop Improvement by Sadikshya Sharma, Seonghee Lee, Heqiang Huo

“…Considerable efforts have been devoted to apply this gene-editing technology in modern agriculture to increase crop yields and improve the quality of food ingredients, especially by many of the major agronomic seed-producing companies. …”
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Pollination of Cucurbita spp. (squash and pumpkin) crops in Florida by Rachel E. Mallinger, Oscar E. Liburd

“…Without insect pollination, however, crop yields for zucchini, crookneck, spaghetti, butternut and the rest of the large and delectable crew of squash and pumpkin species grown in Florida would be low to nonexistent. …”
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Citrus Fertilizer Management on Calcareous Soils by Thomas A. Obreza, Mongi Zekri, David V. Calvert

“…By understanding and addressing the unique challenges of calcareous soils, citrus growers can enhance nutrient uptake and improve crop yields. First published Dec. 1993.  …”
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Citrus Fertilizer Management on Calcareous Soils by Thomas A. Obreza, Mongi Zekri, David V. Calvert

“…By understanding and addressing the unique challenges of calcareous soils, citrus growers can enhance nutrient uptake and improve crop yields. First published Dec. 1993.  …”
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Transforming Triple Cropping System to Four Crops Pattern: An Approach of Enhancing System Productivity through Intensifying Land Use System in Bangladesh by Md. Aminul Islam, Md. Jahedul Islam, M. Akkas Ali, A. S. M. Mahbubur Rahman Khan, Md. Faruque Hossain, Md. Moniruzzaman

“…Two-year crop cycles were completed, and data regarding component crops yield were considered for assessing the performance of the two cropping patterns for making a sense of comparing productivity. …”
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Tropical Spiderwort (Commelina benghalensis L.), Identification and Control by Jason A. Ferrell, Gregory E. MacDonald, Barry J. Brecht

“…Although tropical spiderwort is difficult to control, early identification and proactive management can greatly reduce its impact on crop yields. This document is SS-AGR-223, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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