Title : Sustainable agriculture systems to produce medicinal and aromatic plants
Abstract:
The increasing demand for medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) in various industries, including the food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors, requires the sustainable agriculture systems that can increase productivity while reducing negative environmental impacts. This research reviews current methodologies and practices used in the cultivation of MAPs, with emphasis on sustainable strategies such as organic farming and the application of agroecological principles. The important role of biotechnological developments, including techniques such as soil amendments and innovative plant breeding methodologies, in improving MAP yields and the overall quality of the crop is highlighted. Furthermore, a detailed discussion is conducted on the socio-economic advantages associated with the sustainable cultivation of MAPs, delineating how such practices have the potential to ameliorate rural livelihoods while concurrently supporting the conservation of biodiversity. This study puts recommendations aimed at policymakers and practitioners in the field, underscoring the imperative for fostering sustainable agricultural systems for MAPs, with a particular emphasis on the necessity for interdisciplinary cooperation and the continual pursuit of research endeavors.
