Alam Mir Waqas, Junaid Pir Mohammad, Gulzar Yonis, Abebe Buzuayehu, Awad Mohammed, Quazi S A
Department of Physics, College of Science, King Faisal University, 31982, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia.
Department of Post Harvest Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India.
Discov Nano. 2024 Dec 5;19(1):197. doi: 10.1186/s11671-024-04144-z.
The integration of nanotechnology in agriculture offers a transformative approach to improving crop yields, resource efficiency, and ecological sustainability. This review highlights the application of functional NM, such as nano-formulated agrochemicals, nanosensors, and slow-release fertilizers, which enhance the effectiveness of fertilizers and pesticides while minimizing environmental impacts. By leveraging the unique properties of NM, agricultural practices can achieve better nutrient absorption, reduced chemical runoff, and improved water conservation. Innovations like nano-priming can enhance seed germination and drought resilience, while nanosensors enable precise monitoring of soil and crop health. Despite the promising commercial potential, significant challenges persist regarding the safety, ecological impact, and regulatory frameworks for nanomaterial use. This review emphasizes the need for comprehensive safety assessments and standardized risk evaluation protocols to ensure the responsible implementation of nanotechnology in agriculture.
纳米技术在农业中的整合为提高作物产量、资源利用效率和生态可持续性提供了一种变革性方法。本综述强调了功能性纳米材料的应用，如纳米配方农用化学品、纳米传感器和缓释肥料，这些材料可提高肥料和农药的有效性，同时将环境影响降至最低。通过利用纳米材料的独特特性，农业实践可以实现更好的养分吸收、减少化学径流并改善水资源保护。纳米引发等创新可以提高种子发芽率和抗旱能力，而纳米传感器能够精确监测土壤和作物健康状况。尽管具有广阔的商业潜力，但在纳米材料使用的安全性、生态影响和监管框架方面仍存在重大挑战。本综述强调需要进行全面的安全评估和标准化的风险评估协议，以确保纳米技术在农业中的负责任应用。
