Nanoparticle-Enhanced Approaches for Sustainable Agriculture and Innovations in Food Science
Bal Veer Singh
Department of Agronomy, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology Kanpur 208002 Uttar Pradesh, India.
Indrajitsingh Pravinsingh Girase *
Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, 211007, India.
Manisha Sharma
Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam, India.
Vidhya C. S.
Department of Primary Processing Storage and Handling, NIFTEM-Thanjavur, Thanjavur-613005, Tamil Nadu, India.
Awanindra Kumar Tiwari
Plant Protection- Entomology, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, UP, India.
Kirttiranjan Baral
ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad-500030, India.
Shivam Kumar Pandey
Rashtriya Raksha University, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This comprehensive review paper delves into the burgeoning field of nanoparticle-based applications in sustainable agriculture and food science. With a focus on the latest advancements, we explore the diverse ways in which nanoparticles are being harnessed to enhance agricultural practices and revolutionize the food industry. The review covers the synthesis methods of nanoparticles, their unique physicochemical properties, and their multifaceted roles in promoting sustainable agriculture, including improved crop yield, disease resistance, and nutrient uptake. Furthermore, we investigate the applications of nanoparticles in food science, ranging from food preservation and packaging to the development of nanostructured delivery systems for bioactive compounds. The potential benefits and challenges associated with nanoparticle utilization in agriculture and food science are critically examined, providing insights for researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. This review aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on sustainable and innovative practices that can shape the future of agriculture and food technology.
Keywords: Nanoparticles, sustainable agriculture, food science, crop yield enhancement, disease resistance, nutrient uptake