Optimizing Crop Water Use: Advances and Applications in Deficit Irrigation Strategies

Dear Colleagues,

We would like to invite you to contribute to a Special Issue of Agronomy (MDPI).

The constant search for higher yields and lower production costs is a present objective of 21st century agriculture. A fundamental input to guarantee agricultural production and also increase productivity is water. However, it worth bearing in mind that we can achieve plant production even without soil or substrate (e.g., hydroponics), but it is impossible without water.

Efficient water management in agriculture has always been a priority. Over the years, significant advances have been made in understanding and applying irrigation strategies to overcome water deficits in crops. From traditional practices to modern techniques, the evolution of this field has been remarkable.

The fundamental purpose of this Special Issue is to explore and highlight the latest discoveries and innovations related to optimizing water use in crops, with a special focus on irrigation strategies to address water deficits. We seek to deepen our understanding of how recent research is shaping this vital field, aiming for practical and sustainable advances in agriculture.

We seek research that presents innovative research capable of transforming the way we face the challenges associated with water scarcity in agricultural activities. This may include technological advances, new irrigation methods, forecasting models, or interdisciplinary approaches that integrate science, technology, and agricultural practices.

We encourage the submission of original scientific articles that address the proposed topic. Documents that demonstrate the application of irrigation strategies in conditions of water deficit. We are excited to welcome contributions that drive innovation in this vital field, enabling the scientific and agricultural community to address the growing challenges related to the sustainable use of water in crops. Your participation is crucial for moving towards more efficient and resilient agricultural practices.

Dr. Fernando França da Cunha
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

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• deficit irrigation
• evapotranspiration
• innovations in water management
• irrigation management
• precision irrigation
• sustainable irrigation strategies
• water optimization
• water productivity
• water use efficiency