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Agricultural Research and Practices
Research Guide
What is Agricultural Research and Practices?
Agricultural Research and Practices is the study and application of sustainable farming methods, particularly in developing countries, focusing on climate change adaptation, food security, rural development, smallholder farming, natural disaster management, and trade impacts on economic growth.
This field encompasses 15,179 works addressing sustainability in agriculture amid climate challenges and economic pressures in developing regions. Research emphasizes smallholder farming systems and community empowerment for food security. Growth data over the past five years is not available.
Topic Hierarchy
Research Sub-Topics
Climate Change Adaptation in Smallholder Farming
Researchers study agroecological practices like drought-resistant crops, water harvesting, and agroforestry adopted by smallholders in developing countries to cope with variable rainfall and temperatures. Evaluations use farmer surveys and modeling for resilience outcomes.
Sustainable Rice Production Systems
This field examines integrated pest management, alternate wetting-drying irrigation, and nutrient-efficient varieties to reduce environmental footprints in intensive rice systems of Asia. Life-cycle assessments quantify greenhouse gas mitigation and yield stability.
Rice Brown Planthopper Management
Studies focus on the Nilaparvata lugens pest's biology, resistance monitoring, and control via biological agents, resistant cultivars, and cultural practices. Genomic and epidemiological models predict outbreaks in tropical rice belts.
Agricultural Involution in Indonesia
Research analyzes labor intensification without productivity gains in Java's rice farming, exploring socio-economic drivers and policy interventions for modernization. Longitudinal data tracks shifts toward mechanization and diversification.
Biodiversity in Irrigated Rice Agroecosystems
Investigators assess arthropod, microbial, and weed diversity under different management regimes, promoting ecological intensification via habitat manipulation and reduced pesticides. Experiments link biodiversity to pest suppression and soil health.
Why It Matters
Agricultural Research and Practices supports food security for half the world's population reliant on rice, as rice production must increase to meet demands from an additional 50 million consumers annually (Heong et al. (2009) in "Planthoppers: New Threats to the Sustainability of Intensive Rice Production Systems in Asia"). Pest management strategies in this field, such as integrated crop management for cotton, apple, and wheat pests outlined in Pimentel (1990) "CRC handbook of pest management in agriculture", enable sustainable intensification in intensive rice systems across Asia threatened by planthoppers. Genetic evaluation for insect resistance in rice, as detailed by Heinrichs et al. (1985) in "Genetic evaluation for insect resistance in rice", provides tools for smallholder farmers in developing countries to maintain yields despite biotic stresses, directly impacting rural development and economic growth through trade.
Reading Guide
Where to Start
Start with "Planthoppers: New Threats to the Sustainability of Intensive Rice Production Systems in Asia" by Heong et al. (2009) because it provides a clear overview of rice production challenges central to agricultural sustainability in developing countries.
Key Papers Explained
Heong et al. (2009) "Planthoppers: New Threats to the Sustainability of Intensive Rice Production Systems in Asia" establishes planthopper threats to rice, building on Sogawa (1982) "THE RICE BROWN PLANTHOPPER: Feeding Physiology and Host Plant Interactions" which details the pest's biology. Heinrichs et al. (1985) "Genetic evaluation for insect resistance in rice" and Heinrichs (1994) "Biology and management of rice insects" extend this by evaluating resistance and management tactics. Pimentel (1990) "CRC handbook of pest management in agriculture" offers broader integrated pest strategies applicable to rice contexts.
Paper Timeline
Most-cited paper highlighted in red. Papers ordered chronologically.
Advanced Directions
Research centers on insect resistance in rice, with high-citation works like Heinrichs et al. (1985) indicating ongoing needs in breeding against pests. No recent preprints or news coverage available, so frontiers remain in applying genetic evaluations to smallholder systems amid climate adaptation.
Papers at a Glance
| # | Paper | Year | Venue | Citations | Open Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Metode Penelitian Kualitatif | 2010 | — | 3.2K | ✕ |
| 2 | CRC handbook of pest management in agriculture | 1990 | Medical Entomology and... | 544 | ✕ |
| 3 | Planthoppers: New Threats to the Sustainability of Intensive R... | 2009 | RePEc: Research Papers... | 452 | ✓ |
| 4 | THE RICE BROWN PLANTHOPPER: Feeding Physiology and Host Plant ... | 1982 | Annual Review of Entom... | 401 | ✕ |
| 5 | Genetic evaluation for insect resistance in rice | 1985 | International Rice Res... | 316 | ✕ |
| 6 | Biology and management of rice insects. | 1994 | — | 310 | ✕ |
| 7 | Reinventing Rice to Feed the World | 2008 | Science | 300 | ✕ |
| 8 | Agricultural Involution--The Process of Ecological Change in I... | 1965 | Population Studies | 293 | ✕ |
| 9 | Ilmu usaha tani dan penelitian untuk pengembangan petani kecil | 1986 | — | 244 | ✕ |
| 10 | Biodiversity associated with an irrigated rice agro-ecosystem ... | 2004 | Biodiversity and Conse... | 231 | ✓ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What methods are used for pest management in agriculture?
Pimentel (1990) in "CRC handbook of pest management in agriculture" details integrated crop management systems for pests in cotton, apple, and wheat. These systems combine practices for insect and disease control in major crops. Heinrichs (1994) in "Biology and management of rice insects" addresses rice-specific insect biology and control strategies.
How do planthoppers threaten rice production?
Heong et al. (2009) in "Planthoppers: New Threats to the Sustainability of Intensive Rice Production Systems in Asia" explain that planthoppers endanger lowland rice production, staple for half the world's people. An extra 50 million rice consumers added yearly requires increased production. Sogawa (1982) in "THE RICE BROWN PLANTHOPPER: Feeding Physiology and Host Plant Interactions" describes the brown planthopper's feeding and interactions with rice plants.
What is genetic evaluation for insect resistance in rice?
Heinrichs et al. (1985) in "Genetic evaluation for insect resistance in rice" evaluates rice varieties for resistance to insects. This work supports breeding programs for sustainable pest control. It aids smallholder farmers in maintaining yields without heavy chemical inputs.
What biodiversity exists in irrigated rice agro-ecosystems?
Bambaradeniya et al. (2004) in "Biodiversity associated with an irrigated rice agro-ecosystem in Sri Lanka" documents species diversity in such systems. This research highlights ecological roles in sustainability. It informs management practices balancing productivity and conservation.
What are key practices for smallholder farmers?
Soekartawi (1986) in "Ilmu usaha tani dan penelitian untuk pengembangan petani kecil" covers farming science and research for smallholder development. Moleong (2010) in "Metode Penelitian Kualitatif" provides qualitative research methods applicable to agricultural studies in Indonesia. These support sustainable management for rural communities.
Open Research Questions
- ? How can rice varieties be bred for resistance to evolving planthopper biotypes while preserving genetic diversity?
- ? What integrated management strategies mitigate brown planthopper impacts in intensive Asian rice systems under climate variability?
- ? How do trade policies influence economic growth and sustainable practices among smallholder rice farmers in developing countries?
- ? What ecological changes result from agricultural involution processes in Indonesia, and how do they affect long-term sustainability?
- ? How does biodiversity in irrigated rice agro-ecosystems respond to pest management interventions?
Recent Trends
The field holds 15,179 works with no specified five-year growth rate.
Citation leaders persist on rice pests, such as Heong et al. "Planthoppers: New Threats to the Sustainability of Intensive Rice Production Systems in Asia" (452 citations) and Sogawa (1982) "THE RICE BROWN PLANTHOPPER: Feeding Physiology and Host Plant Interactions" (401 citations), reflecting sustained focus on rice sustainability.
2009No recent preprints or news in the last 12 months indicate stable research emphasis on established pest and smallholder challenges.
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