What are the applications of nanotechnology in agriculture?

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Amid Laxman Sadgar

Dear Sudip Ghimire please go through attached paper:

Article Application of nanotechnology in agriculture, postharvest lo...

Chapter Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture

https://nanografi.com/blog/the-key-benefits-and-applications-of-nanotechnology-in-agriculture/

Kaushik Shandilya

Nanotechnology has the potential to revolutionize agriculture by providing novel solutions to some of the industry's most pressing challenges, including food security, crop protection, and environmental sustainability. Some of the applications of nanotechnology in agriculture include:

Nanopesticides: Nanoparticles can be used as delivery vehicles for pesticides, allowing for more targeted and effective application. They can also reduce the amount of pesticide required, minimizing environmental contamination and reducing health risks to farm workers.

Nanofertilizers: Nanoparticles can improve nutrient uptake and increase plant growth by delivering nutrients directly to the roots. They can also reduce the amount of fertilizer needed and reduce environmental pollution from excess fertilizer runoff.

Nanosensors: Nanosensors can be used to monitor soil moisture, nutrient levels, and pest populations, providing farmers with real-time data to optimize irrigation and pesticide application.

Nanocarriers: Nanoparticles can be used as carriers for beneficial microorganisms, such as plant growth-promoting bacteria, to improve plant health and yield.

Nanotechnology-based tools for precision farming: Nanotechnology-based sensors, biosensors, and imaging tools can be used for precision farming, allowing farmers to monitor crop growth, detect disease, and optimize resource use in real-time.

Overall, nanotechnology has the potential to transform agriculture and address some of the most pressing challenges facing the industry, including food security, sustainability, and environmental protection. However, further research is needed to assess the safety and efficacy of these technologies, as well as their long-term impacts on the environment and human health.

Sy Papa Mady

I had to co-direct a thesis in Pharmacy in 2019 on the potential applications of nano-emulsions in the administration of pesticides