Abstract
Sustainable agriculture is crucial for meeting the growing global food demand. With the pressure of climate change, resource depletion, and the need for increased agricultural productivity, innovative approaches are essential. Nanotechnology is an emerging technology in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). Despite its promising benefits, the safe implementation of nanotechnology in agriculture requires careful consideration of potential health and environmental risks. However, there is a lack of comprehensive documentation on the application, potential and limitations of nanotechnology in the field of agriculture. To address this gap, a desk research approach was used by utilizing peer-reviewed electronic databases like PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Web of Science, and Science Direct for relevant articles. Out of 157 initially identified articles, 85 were deemed pertinent, focusing primarily on potential nanotechnology in smart agricultural systems. Taking into account research findings worldwide, we found significant improvements with nanotechnology over traditional methods which underscores the practical benefits of nanotechnology, including increased crop yields, efficient resource use, and reduced environmental footprint. The objective of this systematic review is to explore the nexus between nanotechnology and agricultural systems, highlighting its potential to enhance productivity, sustainability, and resilience and to inform researchers, practitioners, and policymakers about the transformative impact of nanotechnology on sustainable agriculture and underscores the need for further research to address safety concerns and maximize its potential for agricultural advancement.
Article highlights
A thorough study of nanotechnology's new method to lessen fertilizer and pesticide harmful impacts and their responsibilities.
Developing an integrated approach for smart farming systems.
A guide for future nanotechnology studies in agriculture suggests breakthroughs in biotic and abiotic remediation using nano-particles for a safe climate change scenario.
Identifying setbacks, limitations, and solutions.
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1 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Agronomy, Sugarcane Research Institute, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444714.6) (ISNI:0000 0001 0701 9212)
2 Banaras Hindu University, Department of Geology, Varanasi, India (GRID:grid.411507.6) (ISNI:0000 0001 2287 8816)
3 Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Division of Agricultural Engineering, New Delhi, India (GRID:grid.418196.3) (ISNI:0000 0001 2172 0814)
4 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Agronomy, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444714.6)
5 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Soil Science, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444714.6)
6 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Entomology, Sugarcane Research Institute, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444714.6) (ISNI:0000 0001 0701 9212)
7 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Plant Pathology, Sugarcane Research Institute, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444714.6) (ISNI:0000 0001 0701 9212)
8 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Soil Science, Sugarcane Research Institute, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444714.6) (ISNI:0000 0001 0701 9212)
9 Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Department of Plant Pathology, Cooch Behar, India (GRID:grid.444527.4) (ISNI:0000 0004 1756 1867)
10 Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Department of Pomology and Post-Harvest Technology, Cooch Behar, India (GRID:grid.444527.4) (ISNI:0000 0004 1756 1867)
11 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Soil Science, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.444527.4)
12 Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Department of Silviculture and Agroforestry, Jhansi, India (GRID:grid.517805.e) (ISNI:0000 0004 8338 7406)
13 Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Department of Soil Science, Samastipur, India (GRID:grid.517805.e)