Research on the Construction of Water-Saving Planting Systems and Supporting Technology

Dear Colleagues,

Due to the escalating impact of global climate change and the persistent growth of population, water scarcity has become an increasingly critical issue. The inefficient use of water resources has hindered the sustainable development of agriculture. Consequently, conserving water and enhancing irrigation efficiency have become imperative issues in contemporary agricultural development. Water-saving technology and its accompanying tools represent a novel approach to agricultural production. Several urgent issues need to be solved: firstly, an improvement in irrigation technology, which involves the use of advanced moisture sensors and automated control systems to enable precise measurement and accurate water supply; and secondly, enhancing soil water retention capacity through measures like soil improvement and cover protection, reducing water evaporation and seepage. Additionally, research on the selection and cultivation of plant varieties is necessary to adapt to growth requirements in arid conditions. Finally, research on agricultural management techniques, including appropriate fertilization, pest and disease control, and soil conservation, should also be conducted.

In this Special Issue, we aim to present the current knowledge on reducing agricultural water usage and minimizing the wastefulness of water resources while simultaneously ensuring crop yield and quality through the application of advanced technological approaches.

Dr. Yunpeng Zhou
Guest Editor

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• water-saving planting systems
• sustainable agriculture
• irrigation technology
• decision support system
• irrigation scheduling
• nutrient management