Root architecture can be targeted in breeding programs to develop crops with better capture
of water and nutrients. In rich nations, such crops would reduce production costs and …

Predicting the consequences of manipulating genotype (G) and agronomic management (M)
on agricultural ecosystem performances under future environmental (E) conditions remains …

Agricultural systems science generates knowledge that allows researchers to consider
complex problems or take informed agricultural decisions. The rich history of this science …

Agricultural systems models worldwide are increasingly being used to explore options and
solutions for the food security, climate change adaptation and mitigation and carbon trading …

Key message Genomic prediction based on additive genetic effects can accelerate genetic
gain. There are opportunities for further improvement by including non-additive effects that …

We review the current state of agricultural systems science, focusing in particular on the
capabilities and limitations of agricultural systems models. We discuss the state of models …

The ratio of plant carbon gain to water use, known as water use efficiency (WUE), has long
been recognized as a key constraint on crop production and an important target for crop …

Global agriculture is facing major challenges to ensure global food security, such as the
need to breed high-yielding crops adapted to future climates and the identification of …

Abstract Sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA) faces twin challenges of water stress and food insecurity–
challenges that are already pressing and are projected to grow. Sub‐Saharan Africa …

Improving crops yield under water-limited conditions is the most daunting challenge faced
by breeders. To this end, accurate, relevant phenoty** plays an increasingly pivotal role …