Agricultural Drainage and Water Conservation
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Agricultural Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (29 February 2024) | Viewed by 171
Special Issue Editor
Interests: irrigation and drainage; evapotranspiration; hydrology; water quality
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are excited to announce this upcoming Special Issue in Applied Sciences (IF: 2.7), entitled “Agricultural Drainage and Water Conservation”. As the editors of this Special Issue, we invite researchers, academics, and professionals to contribute original research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore various aspects of agricultural drainage, water management, and conservation practices.
Agricultural drainage plays a pivotal role in modern farming systems, helping to optimize crop productivity while also managing water resources efficiently. However, the environmental and ecological impacts of drainage systems have drawn increasing attention. This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share insights and advancements in the field of agricultural drainage, with a particular emphasis on sustainable water conservation practices.
Topics of interest for this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Innovative drainage techniques: novel approaches and technologies for managing agricultural drainage water, including controlled drainage, subirrigation, bioreactors, variable frequency sump pumps, etc.
- Water quality and environmental impacts: studies addressing the effects of agricultural drainage on water quality, soil health, and ecosystem integrity, as well as mitigation strategies.
- Climate-resilient drainage: research on adapting drainage systems to changing climate conditions, including increased precipitation variability and extreme weather events.
- Case studies: real-world applications of effective drainage and water conservation practices in diverse agricultural contexts.
We look forward to receiving your contributions and fostering valuable discussions on the important nexus between agricultural drainage, water conservation, and environmental sustainability.
Please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] for any inquiries or further information.
Prof. Dr. Xinhua Jia
Guest Editor
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