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Nanotechnology innovations for food security and sustainable agriculture /

Complete resource covering theory and practical applications to solve modern agricultural challenges and enhance productivity, sustainability, and food safety Nanotechnology Innovations for Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture addresses the pressing challenges of modern agriculture and food sec...

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Other Authors: Ur Rehman Mashwani, Zia (Editor), Fahad, Shah, Ahmad, Ilyas, Saud, Shah, Fiaz, Sajid, Nawaz, Taufiq
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, NJ : Beverly, MA : John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ; Scrivener Publishing LLC, 2026.
Subjects:
Agricultural innovations.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • List of Contributors
  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • Chapter 1 Overview of Nanotechnology in Food Security and Agriculture: : Introduction, Current Status, and Concerns
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Nanoparticles as a Growth-Stimulating Element of Sustainable Agriculture
  • 1.3 Current Status on Food and Agriculture Nanotechnology
  • 1.3.1 Current Status on Food Nanotechnology
  • 1.3.1.1 Food Processing
  • 1.3.1.2 Food Packaging
  • 1.3.2 Current Status on Agriculture Nanotechnology
  • 1.4 Toxicological Fundamentals and Risk Assessment
  • 1.4.1 Exposure Routes and Interactions
  • 1.4.2 Nanotoxicology Mechanisms
  • 1.4.3 Data Generating and Analysis
  • 1.5 Frontier Topics
  • 1.5.1 Perspectives on Biosynthesized and Bioinspired Nanomaterials
  • 1.5.1.1 Biosynthesized Nanomaterials
  • 1.5.1.2 Bioinspired Nanomaterials
  • 1.5.2 Regulation and Legislation
  • 1.5.2.1 Recent Updates
  • 1.5.2.2 Limitation and Urgent Need for Legislation
  • 1.5.3 Public Awareness and Acceptance
  • 1.6 Future Perspective
  • 1.7 Conclusions
  • References
  • Chapter 2 Integrating Nanobased Engineering Advances to Enhance Crop Yields and Optimize Food Production Systems
  • 2.1 Introduction to Nanobased Engineering in Agriculture
  • 2.1.1 Importance of Nanobased Engineering in Modern Agriculture
  • 2.1.2 Key Concepts and Definitions
  • 2.2 Nanomaterials for Enhanced Soil Health
  • 2.3 Nano-Enhanced Crop Protection
  • 2.3.1 Types of Nano-Enhanced Crop Protection
  • 2.4 Nanotechnology in Irrigation Systems
  • 2.5 Advancements in Crop Improvement
  • 2.6 Integration of Nanotechnology with Precision Agriculture
  • 2.7 Case Studies and Practical Applications
  • 2.8 Challenges and Limitations
  • 2.8.1 Scientific and Technical Challenges
  • 2.8.1.1 Lack of Understanding of Nanoparticle-Plant Interactions
  • 2.8.1.2 Controlled Release and Targeting Issues
  • 2.8.1.3 Stability and Shelf Life of Nanoformulations
  • 2.8.1.4 Variability in Efficacy Across Different Crops and Soil Types
  • 2.8.2 Regulatory and Safety Challenges
  • 2.8.2.1 Lack of Standardized Regulations and Guidelines
  • 2.8.2.2 Inadequate Risk Assessment Protocols
  • 2.8.2.3 Public Perception and Ethical Concerns
  • 2.8.3 Economic and Commercialization Barriers
  • 2.8.3.1 High Cost of Nanomaterial Production
  • 2.8.3.2 Limited Market Availability and Adoption
  • 2.8.3.3 Compatibility with Existing Farming Practices
  • 2.9 Future Prospects and Research Directions
  • 2.10 Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 3 Development of Nanofertilizers for Soil Health and Fertility
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Scope and Importance of Nanofertilizers
  • 3.3 New Innovations in the Development of Nanofertilizers
  • 3.3.1 Design and Formulation of Nanofertilizers
  • 3.3.1.1 Absorption of NPs
  • 3.3.1.2 Attachment to NPs
  • 3.3.1.3 Entrapment of Polymeric NPs