Qiang Chai

TL;DR: In this paper, the authors examined the scientific basis of a ridge-furrow mulching system (RF system) for increasing PUE, and summarized the effects of this system on crop performance, microclimates, soil attributes, and environmental sustainability.

TL;DR: In this article, the authors found that RDI is largely implemented through three approaches: (1) growth stage-based deficit irrigation, (2) partial root-zone irrigation, and (3) subsurface dripper irrigation.

TL;DR: The carbon footprint of alternative wheat production systems suited to semiarid environments is quantified and it is found that integrating improved farming practices lowers wheat carbon footprint effectively, averaging −256 kg CO2 eq ha−1 per year.

TL;DR: Wang et al. as discussed by the authors summarized some key water-saving technologies developed from some of these recently completed research projects, and discuss integrated and innovative approaches for the development of watersaving agricultural systems.

TL;DR: The maize-based intercropping received a the highest evaluation index (0.82 out of 1.0) among the systems evaluated, clearly showing that the maize-by-cropping is the most effective and sustainable cropping system for arid irrigation areas.