Crop Varieties and Regional Adaptation

Dear Colleagues,

Crop varieties that have been adapted to local environmental conditions have been used for centuries, leading to the diversification of agricultural production, with positive effects on biodiversity and ecosystem services. The use of adapted crops and varieties helps reduce the negative impacts of climate change on agricultural systems and reduces the risk of total crop failure. Different regions need crops adapted to other biotic and abiotic stresses. While pests and diseases may be the main stressors in certain places, others may benefit more from crops resistant to drought and/or high temperatures. Plant breeding efforts, involving multi-locational trials, focus on crop varieties that strengthen the ability of the agro-ecosystem to be more resource-efficient and resistant to the effects of climate change. This Special Issue of Plants will highlight the development of crop varieties adapted to regional climate conditions and stresses, with not only a lower environmental impact, but also higher efficiency in resource use.

Dr. Eleni Tsaliki
Dr. Apostolos Kalivas
Guest Editors

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• regional adaptation
• genetic diversity
• breeding programs
• crop varieties
• pest and disease resistance
• water use efficiency
• drought tolerance
• environmental stresses
• heat tolerance
• cold tolerance
• salinity tolerance
• sustainable agriculture