Revitalization and Sustainable Utilization of Neglected and Underutilized Plant Species (NUS) for Enhanced Human Nutrition and Agroecological Resilience Volume II

Following from the previous success of this Research Topic, we are delighted to launch Volume II. Neglected and Underutilized Plant Species (NUS) are increasingly recognized for their potential to transform global food systems. Despite their abundance and adaptability, these plants have been largely ignored in mainstream agriculture, often overshadowed by major staple crops. The benefits of integrating NUS into agricultural practices include enhanced biodiversity, improved resilience to climate change, and enriched nutritional profiles for global diets. Recent studies highlight significant nutritional and agroecological values inherent in NUS, yet their potential remains underexplored. While traditional knowledge offers insights into the cultivation and usage of these species, scientific research is needed to bridge existing gaps, address ongoing debates on cultivation practices, and further our understanding of their health impacts.This Research Topic aims to revitalize and implement sustainable practices for the utilization of NUS, emphasizing their role in enhancing human nutrition and promoting agroecological resilience. By addressing specific questions on the identification, management, and commercialization of NUS, this research seeks to establish pathways for their integration into sustainable food systems. Key objectives include understanding their contributions to biodiversity, investigating their health benefits, and developing innovative value chains that capture their economic potential. Furthermore, it explores strategies for overcoming consumer hesitancy and socio-economic and policy barriers that hinder their mainstream adoption.To gather further insights into the revitalization and sustainable utilization of NUS, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:o Role of NUS in agrobiodiversity, food environment conservation and climate adaptationo Nutritional and health benefits of underutilized plant specieso Sustainable dietary patterns, dietary adaptation, and NUS adoptiono Economic impacts, markets, and value chain development for NUSo Studies on consumer acceptance of NUSo Policy frameworks and socio-economic considerations in NUS mainstreamingWe also encourage submissions of original research, reviews, and case studies that highlight regional successes and present innovative approaches to integrating NUS into food systems.We welcome various types of articles such as original research, reviews, case studies, policy analyses, and perspectives focused on the sustainable utilization and benefits of NUS.Volume II: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/72627/revitalization-and-sustainable-utilization-of-neglected-and-underutilized-plant-species-nus-for-enhanced-human-nutrition-and-agroecological-resilience Topic editors: Teodora Ivanova, Mihail Chervenkov, Marija Knez Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/86035/revitalization-and-sustainable-utilization-of-neglected-and-underutilized-plant-species-nus-for-enhanced-human-nutrition-and-agroecological-resilience-volume-ii