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The European market is the world's largest importer of fresh fruits and vegetables and is open to new products. Therefore, although pitaya is a relatively new and little-known product, its price is high. Despite this, it continues to attract more and more …

Climate change impacts agriculture and ecosystems, posing a threat to sustainable soil management. Improving soil quality to maximize land productivity and minimize environmental impact, which can be achieved through appropriate soil management systems, …

To feed the growing global population, farmers need to apply efficient fertilizers, typically containing phosphorus, to increase crop yields. Most of the phosphorus used in fertilizers comes from phosphate rock, a finite resource. Zirconium-based …

H2020 WaterWorks2015 Project: Hydraulic Works 2016-2020 in Support of the JPI of Water (WaterWorks2015) - Sustainable use of water in agriculture, to increase water use efficiency and reduce soil and water …

H2020 INSPIRATION Project: Integrated Territorial Planning, Land Use and Land Management Research Action …

Agricultural pollution affects the quality of drinking water in Europe. In this context, the EU-funded WATERPROTECT project seeks to promote the adoption of effective management practices and mitigation measures for the protection of water resources. …

The EU-funded dRural project aims to boost economic growth, create jobs, foster local businesses, and improve the quality of life in European rural areas. Thirty-one partners from nine countries, ranging from local healthcare organizations to …

Biodiversity, the unique variety of life on our planet, underpins our economy and well-being. However, anthropogenic changes to ecosystems and species extinctions have been more rapid over the past 50 years than at any other time in human history. The …

Increasing production and reducing environmental damage is a key objective in the digital transformation of manufacturing plants. The EU-funded HyperCOG project proposes an advanced industrial cyber-physical system (ICS) that will increase production …

Short food supply chains play a crucial role in the EU agri-food system. Improving the sustainability and competitiveness of this sector is imperative. The EU-funded SMARTCHAIN project aims to promote and accelerate the transition to collaborative short …

Crop yield estimation is a central function in fruit production, as it determines which portion of the crop is suitable for consumption and marketing. Yield estimation, which is crucial for apple production, must be reliable, rapid, and cost-effective. …

Sustainable soil management is vital to preventing soil degradation and addressing pressures on land and soil. The EU-funded SMS project will develop a set of research and innovation (R&I) activities that will lead to a framework for effective action in …

A wide range of parameters, such as soil texture, water content, and pH, are essential for the development of precision agriculture. Thanks to their availability and current analytical techniques, it is possible to determine irrigation, seed, and …

Global population growth means farmers around the world need to increase agricultural production. However, pests remain a problem. EU scientists are moving away from current methods, such as chemical insecticides and genetically modified crops, which are …

As demand for livestock products increases, intensive production systems are on the rise. However, these systems face criticism for their environmental impact, animal welfare issues, and potential impacts on product quality. On the other hand, while …