Environmental and Economic Sustainability in Agri-Food System
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Agriculture".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 1630
Special Issue Editor
Interests: sustainable agriculture; food security; environmental protection; agri-food policies; sustainable food production; climate-smart agriculture; agri-food system innovation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the face of escalating environmental concerns and the imperative for economic resilience, the sustainability of the agri-food system has emerged as a critical area of inquiry. This Special Issue, "Advancing Environmental and Economic Sustainability in the Global Agri-Food System", invites scholarly contributions that address these interconnected challenges. By examining innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture, efficient resource use, and economic viability, this Special Issue aims to illuminate pathways towards a more sustainable and equitable global food system. Contributions are welcome from a range of disciplines, including but not limited to environmental science, agriculture, economics, and social sciences, to foster a comprehensive understanding and promote interdisciplinary solutions.
This Special Issue seeks to explore innovative research and practices that address the dual challenge of environmental and economic sustainability in the agri-food sector. It aims to bring together interdisciplinary perspectives that examine the dynamics of agricultural practices, food production, distribution, and consumption in the context of sustainability. We encourage submissions that offer insights into sustainable agricultural technologies, policies for environmental protection and economic growth, food security, and the role of circular economies in the agri-food system. Comparative studies, case studies, and reviews that highlight successful models and practices at various scales, from local to global, are particularly welcome.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome and research areas may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- innovative agricultural practices for sustainable growth;
- circular economies and zero-waste systems in agri-food;
- climate resilience and adaptation in agriculture;
- economic policies for sustainable agri-food systems;
- technological innovations for food security and sustainability;
- socio-economic impacts of sustainable farming on rural communities;
- sustainable food production and consumption patterns;
- integrating biodiversity and ecosystem services in agri-food systems;
- the role of policy and governance in achieving agri-food sustainability;
- case studies of successful sustainable agri-food initiatives.
I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Behnaz Saboori
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable agriculture
- food security
- economic resilience
- environmental protection
- agri-food policies
- circular economy
- resource efficiency
- sustainable food production
- climate-smart agriculture
- agri-food system innovation
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