Next-Gen Monitoring: Technological Interventions for Climate-Adaptive Agriculture
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Climate change, Crop response, Climate-adaptive agriculture, Controlled environment, Food securityAbstract
Climate change poses a serious threat to global agriculture by altering temperature regimes, atmospheric CO₂ levels, and ecosystem dynamics, ultimately affecting crop productivity and food security. This paper highlights next-generation monitoring technologies designed to study crop responses under climate variability. Controlled environment systems such as Temperature Gradient Chambers (TGC), Temperature Gradient Greenhouses (TGG), and Soil-Plant-Atmosphere Research (SPARE) facilities provide precise regulation of environmental parameters, enabling detailed analysis of plant physiological responses. In contrast, field-based technologies including Infrared (IR) warming, Free Air Temperature Enrichment (FATE), and soil warming systems simulate realistic field conditions, allowing ecosystem-level assessment of climate impacts. Each approach offers distinct advantages: controlled systems ensure accuracy and repeatability, while field technologies enhance realism and scalability. However, limitations such as high cost, technical complexity, and challenges in maintaining natural environmental interactions persist. The integration of both approaches is essential for comprehensive understanding and reliable prediction of crop responses to climate change. These advanced technological interventions support the development of climate-resilient crop varieties, improved agronomic practices, and sustainable farming systems. Future research should focus on enhancing accessibility, reducing costs, and conducting holistic studies to ensure long-term agricultural sustainability and global food security.
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