Plant Virus Dynamics in Farming Systems
Plant Virus Dynamics in Farming Systems Frontiers
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Plant Viruses and Sustainable Agriculture: A Report on Virus-Host Interactions and Management Strategies
Introduction
Plant viruses pose significant challenges to global agriculture, especially in large-scale farming systems characterized by monoculture practices and diverse environmental factors. This report aims to explore the complexities of virus interactions with host plants and vectors in the context of agricultural practices and climatic conditions. The focus areas include the impact of farming practices like monoculture on virus prevalence and the role of advanced diagnostic and genomic technologies in effectively managing these interactions.
Integrated Management Strategies for Sustainable Agricultural Productivity
Integrated management strategies are crucial for mitigating the impact of plant viruses and ensuring sustainable agricultural productivity. This report highlights innovative approaches, such as the development of virus-resistant crop varieties, precision agriculture technologies, and ecological practices, that can help control virus outbreaks. The dynamics of virus-host interactions and the adaptive challenges these viruses present in diverse farming environments are explored, emphasizing sustainable practices and the use of advanced technologies.
Research Topic: Interactions between Plant Viruses, Crops, and Environmental Factors
This Research Topic explores the interactions between plant viruses, crops, and environmental factors within agricultural ecosystems. The topic covers virus transmission mechanisms, the role of vectors, environmental influences such as climate change, and the impact of farming practices like monoculture on virus prevalence. Research focuses on virus-host interactions, virus evolution, and strategies for managing viral outbreaks to protect crop yields and quality.
Themes Covered in this Collection
- Virus-Vector Dynamics: Studies focusing on the relationship between plant viruses and their vectors, including insects, nematodes, and fungi.
- Impact of Agricultural Practices: Analysis of how different farming practices, such as monoculture or crop rotation, influence virus transmission and plant susceptibility.
- Climate Change Effects: Research on how changing climatic conditions affect the occurrence and severity of viral outbreaks in agricultural settings.
- Advanced Detection and Management Strategies: Papers on the development and application of molecular diagnostics, genetic engineering for resistance, and integrated pest management techniques.
- Economic and Ecological Impacts: Case studies that detail the economic outcomes of virus outbreaks and the potential for ecological approaches to mitigate these impacts in farming systems.
Summary and Call for Submissions
Authors contributing to this collection should focus on recent developments in plant virology, virus-vector dynamics, and sustainable farming practices. Submissions may include Original Research and Review Articles that address virus detection, virus resistance in crops, integrated pest management, and the role of climate change in virus spread. Innovative approaches, such as biotechnological advancements in virus-resistant crops or improved diagnostic tools, are encouraged.
Keywords
- Plant Viruses
- Vector Transmission
- Crop Productivity
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Virus-Resistant Crops
- Sustainable Agriculture
Important Note
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
The article discusses the challenges posed by plant viruses to global agriculture and emphasizes the need for sustainable agricultural practices. These issues are connected to SDG 2, which aims to end hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. The article also mentions the impact of climate change on viral outbreaks, linking it to SDG 13, which focuses on climate action. Additionally, the article highlights the importance of managing viral outbreaks to protect crop yields and quality, aligning with SDG 3, which aims to ensure good health and well-being. Finally, the article emphasizes the need for ecological approaches to mitigate the economic impacts of virus outbreaks, connecting to SDG 15, which focuses on preserving and restoring terrestrial ecosystems.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 2.4: By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding, and other disasters, and that progressively improve land and soil quality.
- SDG 3.3: By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and neglected tropical diseases and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases, and other communicable diseases.
- SDG 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.
- SDG 15.1: By 2020, ensure the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services, in particular forests, wetlands, mountains, and drylands, in line with obligations under international agreements.
Based on the article’s content, the following targets can be identified:
– SDG 2.4: The article emphasizes the need for resilient agricultural practices and sustainable food production systems to mitigate the impact of plant viruses on agricultural productivity.
– SDG 3.3: The article highlights the importance of managing viral outbreaks to protect crop yields and quality, contributing to the prevention and control of communicable diseases.
– SDG 13.2: The article discusses the influence of changing climatic conditions on the occurrence and severity of viral outbreaks, emphasizing the need to integrate climate change measures into agricultural practices.
– SDG 15.1: The article emphasizes the importance of ecological approaches to mitigate the economic impacts of virus outbreaks, aligning with the conservation and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, the article mentions or implies several indicators that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets:
– Indicator for SDG 2.4: Adoption of resilient agricultural practices, implementation of sustainable food production systems, improvement in land and soil quality.
– Indicator for SDG 3.3: Reduction in the occurrence and severity of viral outbreaks, improvement in crop yields and quality.
– Indicator for SDG 13.2: Integration of climate change measures into agricultural policies and strategies, implementation of climate-smart agricultural practices.
– Indicator for SDG 15.1: Conservation and restoration of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainable use of natural resources in agricultural systems.
4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | 2.4: By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding, and other disasters, and that progressively improve land and soil quality. | – Adoption of resilient agricultural practices – Implementation of sustainable food production systems – Improvement in land and soil quality |
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | 3.3: By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and neglected tropical diseases and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases, and other communicable diseases. | – Reduction in the occurrence and severity of viral outbreaks – Improvement in crop yields and quality |
| SDG 13: Climate Action | 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning. | – Integration of climate change measures into agricultural policies and strategies – Implementation of climate-smart agricultural practices |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | 15.1: By 2020, ensure the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services, in particular forests, wetlands, mountains, and drylands, in line with obligations under international agreements. | – Conservation and restoration of terrestrial ecosystems – Sustainable use of natural resources in agricultural systems |
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