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Nanotechnology in Crop Production and Protection-Nanoagrochemicals


P. Chandana, B. Deepak Reddy, Y. Lavanya, Vikram Kannamreddy, K.K.K. Reddy, M. Sharath Chandra
Pages: 73-102
ISBN: 978-93-5834-511-7


Current Innovations in Agronomy (Volume -2)

Current Innovations in Agronomy
(Volume - 2)

Abstract

Research into nanotechnology applications for use in agriculture has become increasingly popular over the past decade, with a particular interest in developing novel nanoagrochemicals in the form of so-called nanofertilizers, nanoherbicides and nanopesticides. In view of the extensive body of scientific literature available on the topic, many authors have foreseen a revolution in current agricultural practices. Nanotechnology is working with the smallest possible particles which raise hopes for improving agricultural productivity through encountering problems unsolved conventionally. In the management aspects, efforts are made to increase the efficiency of applied fertilizer with the help of nano clays and zeolites and restoration of soil fertility by releasing fixed nutrients. Nanoherbicides are being developed to address the problems in perennial weed management and exhausting weed seed bank. Nano structured formulation through mechanisms such as targeted delivery or slow/controlled release mechanisms and conditional release, could release their active ingredients in response to environmental triggers and biological demands more precisely. Studies show that the use of nanofertilizers causes an increase in nutrients use efficiency, reduces soil toxicity, minimizes the potential negative effects associated with over dosage and reduces the frequency of the application. Hence, nanotechnology application in agriculture has an enormous potential in future for achieving sustainable crop production, especially in developing countries.

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