Computational Fluid Dynamics in Agriculture

The Working Group Computational Fluid Dynamics in Agriculture operates within the framework of Division Precision Horticulture and Engineering to advance the use of numerical simulation methods for the analysis of fluid-related processes in agricultural and horticultural systems. The Working Group offers a valuable platform for the exchange of knowledge, methodologies, and applications among researchers, engineers, and practitioners concerned with the role of airflow, heat, mass, and particle transport in crop and animal production, storage, and processing.

The scope of the Working Group includes, but is not limited to:

• application of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to greenhouse and controlled environment systems, including climate control, energy management, and crop response,
• simulation of soil and water processes, such as irrigation, infiltration, drainage, and soil-plant-atmosphere interactions,
• modeling of airflow, heat, and moisture transfer in postharvest, storage, and processing environments,
• analysis of ventilation, thermal comfort, and gas dispersion in livestock housing and related facilities,
• investigation of aerosol, droplet, and particulate dynamics, including pesticide application, pathogen dispersal, and dust transport,
• integration of CFD with experimental data, sensing technologies, AI and decision-support systems for precision agriculture and sustainable production.

The Working Group promotes collaboration and dissemination of results through symposia, workshops, and scientific publications, thereby supporting the application of CFD as a rigorous tool for research, innovation, and development in agriculture and horticulture.