Field Crop 2025, Vol.8, No.2, 61-71 http://cropscipublisher.com/index.php/fc 61 Case Study Open Access Development of Wheat Varieties Suitable for Mechanized Farming Delong Wang, Xian Zhang, Xuemei Liu Hainan Key Laboratory of Crop Molecular Breeding, Sanya, 572000, China Corresponding email: xuemei.liu@hitar.org Field Crop, 2025, Vol.8, No.2 doi: 10.5376/fc.2025.08.0007 Received: 12 May, 2025 Accepted: 23 Jun., 2025 Published: 15 Jul., 2025 Copyright © 2025 Wang et al., This is an open access article published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Preferred citation for this article: Wang D.L., Zhang X., and Liu X.M., 2025, Development of wheat varieties suitable for mechanized farming, Field Crop, 8(2): 61-71 (doi: 10.5376/fc.2025.08.0007) Abstract This study examines the development of wheat varieties suitable for mechanized farming, emphasizing the integration of genetic improvements and agricultural practices to meet the demands of mechanized systems. Key traits such as uniform plant height, lodging resistance, appropriate maturation periods, and easy threshability are essential for optimizing mechanical harvesting and processing. The study highlights the importance of biotic and abiotic stress resistance in ensuring wheat's resilience under mechanized farming conditions. Traditional breeding techniques, such as hybrid and selection breeding, have significantly contributed to improving wheat yield, plant architecture, and adaptability. Modern technologies like marker-assisted selection (MAS), genomic selection, and CRISPR-Cas9 have further accelerated breeding efficiency, enabling the development of wheat varieties optimized for mechanization. The study also explores the challenges, such as balancing high yield with mechanization-friendly traits and addressing the complexity of environmental conditions, that must be overcome to meet global food security goals. The integration of advanced breeding technologies and sustainable practices is crucial for the future development of wheat varieties that can thrive in mechanized farming systems. Keywords Mechanized farming; Wheat breeding; Genetic engineering; Abiotic and biotic stress tolerance; Sustainable agriculture 1 Introduction Wheat is a cornerstone of global food security, serving as a staple food for a significant portion of the world's population. It is crucial for meeting the dietary needs of billions, particularly in regions where it forms the basis of daily nutrition. The development of high-yielding wheat varieties has been pivotal in enhancing food security, especially in developing countries where wheat is a primary food source (Dalrymple, 1985). In Egypt, for instance, wheat remains a vital crop, with significant efforts directed towards closing the gap between production and consumption through the improvement of wheat varieties and cultivation techniques (Abdelmageed et al., 2019). The continuous genetic improvement of wheat is essential to meet the demands of a rapidly growing global population (Shrawat and Armstrong, 2018). Mechanized farming has become increasingly prevalent, driven by the need to enhance agricultural efficiency and productivity. This trend necessitates the development of wheat varieties that are compatible with mechanized operations. Mechanized farming demands wheat varieties that can withstand the physical stresses of mechanical harvesting and are adaptable to various tillage methods. For example, reduced tillage methods have been shown to preserve soil moisture and maintain wheat yield performance, which is crucial for mechanized farming systems (Sharifnasab et al., 2024). Additionally, the development of wheat varieties with traits such as resistance to abiotic stress and adaptability to mechanized operations is essential for optimizing yields in mechanized farming environments (Abdelmageed et al., 2019; Wu, 2024). This study explores the development of wheat varieties that are suitable for mechanized farming, focusing on the integration of genetic improvements and cultivation techniques that meet the specific demands of mechanized agriculture. This study aims to highlight the advancements in wheat breeding and the adoption of modern agricultural practices that enhance wheat productivity and sustainability. Exam the challenges and opportunities in developing wheat varieties for mechanized farming, provides insights into how these innovations can contribute to global food security and agricultural efficiency. The significance of this study lies in its potential to inform future research and policy decisions that support the sustainable development of wheat varieties tailored for mechanized farming systems.
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