SUSTAINABLE AGRONOMY OF WHEAT (TRITICUM AESTIVUM L.): PATHWAYS TOWARD ZERO HUNGER AND CLIMATE RESILIENCE
Keywords:
Wheat sustainability, Triticum aestivum, Climate-smart agriculture, Conservation tillage, Biofortification, Soil health, Zero Hunger, Food security, Nutrient management, Water-use efficiencyAbstract
Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is a cornerstone of global food systems, providing nearly 20% of the world’s caloric and protein intake. However, its sustainability is under threat from climate variability, soil degradation, and resource constraints. This review synthesizes recent advancements (2023–2025) in sustainable agronomic practices, encompassing climate-smart irrigation, conservation tillage, nutrient and biofortification strategies, and genetic innovations that enhance resilience and nutritional quality. Emerging evidence highlights the integration of water-efficient irrigation, precision nutrient management, and conservation agriculture as synergistic strategies for yield stability, soil health, and environmental resilience. Biofortification initiatives are bridging the gap between food quantity and quality, offering dual solutions for production and nutrition security. The review concludes with policy, socioeconomic, and technological pathways aligning sustainable wheat systems with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) and broader climate resilience objectives.
