Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex
Simultaneously, ecological intensification approaches enhance soil fertility, preserve biodiversity, and protect water resources, all of which are vital to the long-term viability of farming communities. Central to the success of eco-integrated agriculture is the adoption of precision practices that...
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| author | Hua Wang Mei Rykalina Olga Borzunova Tatyana Kolobov Egor Takhumova Oksana |
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| description | Simultaneously, ecological intensification approaches enhance soil fertility, preserve biodiversity, and protect water resources, all of which are vital to the long-term viability of farming communities. Central to the success of eco-integrated agriculture is the adoption of precision practices that align input requirements—water, fertilizers, and pesticides—with site-specific conditions. Real-time data from remote sensing, drones, and ground sensors can inform crop and livestock management, ensuring minimal waste and higher productivity. Moreover, farmer education, institutional support, and policy incentives are crucial for driving widespread adoption of these practices. Challenges remain, including initial capital investments, the need for robust infrastructure, and varying regulatory frameworks. Yet, the potential for significant energy savings, reduced pollution, and enhanced resilience positions eco-integrated agriculture as a blueprint for sustainable intensification. This article examines the underlying principles, current research trends, and practical applications of eco-integrated agriculture, highlighting real-world examples that illustrate both its feasibility and adaptability. By synthesizing existing knowledge, the article offers insights into how future agro-production complexes can be designed to blend economic viability, ecological integrity, and energy efficiency in a balanced, synergistic manner. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-b9b70bdbf9534d78a6e8a565dc2e48692025-08-20T02:33:43ZengEDP SciencesE3S Web of Conferences2267-12422025-01-016330200210.1051/e3sconf/202563302002e3sconf_gases2025_02002Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complexHua Wang Mei0Rykalina Olga1Borzunova Tatyana2Kolobov Egor3Takhumova Oksana4Northwest A&F UniversityUral State University of EconomicsUral State Medical UniversityUral State University of EconomicsKuban State Agrarian University named after I. T. TrubilinSimultaneously, ecological intensification approaches enhance soil fertility, preserve biodiversity, and protect water resources, all of which are vital to the long-term viability of farming communities. Central to the success of eco-integrated agriculture is the adoption of precision practices that align input requirements—water, fertilizers, and pesticides—with site-specific conditions. Real-time data from remote sensing, drones, and ground sensors can inform crop and livestock management, ensuring minimal waste and higher productivity. Moreover, farmer education, institutional support, and policy incentives are crucial for driving widespread adoption of these practices. Challenges remain, including initial capital investments, the need for robust infrastructure, and varying regulatory frameworks. Yet, the potential for significant energy savings, reduced pollution, and enhanced resilience positions eco-integrated agriculture as a blueprint for sustainable intensification. This article examines the underlying principles, current research trends, and practical applications of eco-integrated agriculture, highlighting real-world examples that illustrate both its feasibility and adaptability. By synthesizing existing knowledge, the article offers insights into how future agro-production complexes can be designed to blend economic viability, ecological integrity, and energy efficiency in a balanced, synergistic manner.https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2025/33/e3sconf_gases2025_02002.pdf |
| spellingShingle | Hua Wang Mei Rykalina Olga Borzunova Tatyana Kolobov Egor Takhumova Oksana Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex E3S Web of Conferences |
| title | Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex |
| title_full | Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex |
| title_fullStr | Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex |
| title_full_unstemmed | Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex |
| title_short | Eco-integrated agriculture: Merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro-production complex |
| title_sort | eco integrated agriculture merging environmental sustainability and energy efficiency in the modern agro production complex |
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