Wiley Phytochemistry and Climate-Resilient Agriculture

Harness plant metabolites to build climate-resilient agricultural systems Climate stress threatens crop productivity through drought, heat, soil degradation, and biodiversity loss. Phytochemistry and Climate-Resilient Agriculture examines how plant-derived metabolites can enhance crop resilience, restore soil health, and support sustainable farming under these pressures. Edited by a team of researchers spanning agronomy, molecular biology, and plant stress physiology, this volume provides an interdisciplinary framework for integrating phytochemical research into climate-smart practice. Coverage extends from foundational plant metabolite responses under abiotic stress to applied strategies including phytoremediation of degraded soils, phytochemical-based carbon sequestration, and biological pest management. The text addresses agroforestry systems, marine and algal sources, AI-driven predictive modeling, and genomic engineering for resilient crop varieties. Case studies demonstrate how phytochemicals reduce synthetic input reliance and improve water use efficiency. The book also covers: Economic viability assessments and global market potential analyses for scaling phytochemical innovations from laboratory research to commercial agricultural practice Strategies for supporting pollinator health and biodiversity conservation through targeted application of plant-derived secondary metabolites in farming systems Integration of computational modeling tools and bioengineering approaches for predicting and optimizing phytochemical performance under variable climate scenarios Policy pathways and regulatory frameworks that facilitate adoption of phytochemistry-based sustainable agriculture practices across different governance contexts worldwide Water conservation techniques leveraging phytochemical properties to enhance plant water retention and drought tolerance in water-scarce agricultural regions Designed for agricultural scientists, agronomists, and researchers working on sustainable farming and crop resilience, this volume also serves policymakers developing climate adaptation strategies and food security organizations advancing nutrition and sustainability initiatives. It provides an application-focused guide to integrating plant metabolite research into resilient agricultural practice.