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Easwaran C, Christopher SR, Moorthy G, Mohan P, Marimuthu R, Koothan V, Nallusamy S. Nano hybrid fertilizers: A review on the state of the art in sustainable agriculture. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 929:172533. [PMID: 38649050 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.172533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
Abstract
The advent of Nanohybrid (NH) fertilizers represents a groundbreaking advancement in the pursuit of precision and sustainable agriculture. This review abstract encapsulates the transformative potential of these innovative formulations in addressing key challenges faced by modern farming practices. By incorporating nanotechnology into traditional fertilizer matrices, nanohybrid formulations enable precise control over nutrient release, facilitating optimal nutrient uptake by crops. This enhanced precision not only fosters improved crop yields but also mitigates issues of over-fertilization, aligning with the principles of sustainable agriculture. Furthermore, nanohybrid fertilizers exhibit the promise of minimizing environmental impact. Their controlled release mechanisms significantly reduce nutrient runoff, thereby curbing water pollution and safeguarding ecosystems. This dual benefit of precision nutrient delivery and environmental sustainability positions nanohybrid fertilizers as a crucial tool in the arsenal of precision agriculture practices. The intricate processes of uptake, translocation, and biodistribution of nutrients within plants are examined in the context of nanohybrid fertilizers. The nanoscale features of these formulations play a pivotal role in governing the efficiency of nutrient absorption, internal transport, and distribution within plant tissues. Factors affecting the performance of nanohybrid fertilizers are scrutinized, encompassing aspects such as soil type, crop variety, and environmental conditions. Understanding these variables is crucial for tailoring nanohybrid formulations to specific agricultural contexts, and optimizing their impact on crop productivity and resource efficiency. Environmental considerations are integral to the review, assessing the broader implications of nanohybrid fertilizer application. This review offers a holistic overview of nanohybrid fertilizers in precision and sustainable agriculture. Exploring delivery mechanisms, synthesis methods, uptake dynamics, biodistribution patterns, influencing factors, and environmental implications, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted role and implications of nanohybrid fertilizers in advancing modern agricultural practices.
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- Cheran Easwaran
- Centre for Agricultural Nanotechnology, Directorate of Natural Resource Management, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 641003, India
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- Centre for Agricultural Nanotechnology, Directorate of Natural Resource Management, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 641003, India
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- Indian Council of Agricultural Research - Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology, Ranchi 834003, India
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- Centre for Agricultural Nanotechnology, Directorate of Natural Resource Management, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 641003, India
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- Centre for Water and Geospatial Studies, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 641003, India
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- Department of Fruit Science, HC& RI, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 641003, India
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- Department of Plant Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 641003, India
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Valle SF, Giroto AS, Guimarães GGF, Nagel KA, Galinski A, Cohnen J, Jablonowski ND, Ribeiro C. Co-fertilization of Sulfur and Struvite-Phosphorus in a Slow-Release Fertilizer Improves Soybean Cultivation. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2022; 13:861574. [PMID: 35620702 PMCID: PMC9127873 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.861574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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In face of the alarming world population growth predictions and its threat to food security, the development of sustainable fertilizer alternatives is urgent. Moreover, fertilizer performance should be assessed not only in terms of yield but also in root system development, as it impacts soil fertility and crop productivity. Fertilizers containing a polysulfide matrix (PS) with dispersed struvite (St) were studied for S and P nutrition due to their controlled-release behavior. Soybean cultivation in a closed system with St/PS composites provided superior biomass compared to a reference of triple superphosphate (TSP) with ammonium sulfate (AS), with up to 3 and 10 times higher mass of shoots and roots, respectively. Root system architectural changes may explain these results, with a higher proliferation of second order lateral roots in response to struvite ongoing P delivery. The total root length was between 1,942 and 4,291 cm for plants under St/PS composites and only 982 cm with TSP/AS. While phosphorus uptake efficiency was similar in all fertilized treatments (11-14%), St/PS achieved a 22% sulfur uptake efficiency against only 8% from TSP/AS. Overall, the composites showed great potential as efficient slow-release fertilizers for enhanced soybean productivity.
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- Stella F. Valle
- Department of Chemistry, Federal University of São Carlos, São Carlos, Brazil
- Embrapa Instrumentation, São Carlos, Brazil
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- Institute of Bio- and Geosciences, IBG-2: Plant Sciences, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Bio- and Geosciences, IBG-2: Plant Sciences, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Bio- and Geosciences, IBG-2: Plant Sciences, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Bio- and Geosciences, IBG-2: Plant Sciences, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich, Germany
- *Correspondence: Nicolai D. Jablonowski,
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, São Carlos, Brazil
- Caue Ribeiro,
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do Valle SF, Giroto AS, Reis HPG, Guimarães GGF, Ribeiro C. Synergy of Phosphate-Controlled Release and Sulfur Oxidation in Novel Polysulfide Composites for Sustainable Fertilization. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2021; 69:2392-2402. [PMID: 33600152 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.0c07333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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The development of smart and eco-friendly fertilizers is pivotal to guarantee food security sustainably. Phosphate rock and struvite are promising alternatives for P fertilization; nevertheless, the solubility of these sources is a challenge for consistent use efficiency. Here, we propose using a polysulfide obtained via inverse vulcanization as a novel controlled-release fertilizer matrix in a system containing either Bayóvar rock (Bay) or struvite (Str). The polysulfide provides S for plants after being biologically oxidized to sulfate in soil, generating local acidity for P solubilization. After 15 days of soil incubation, the composites with 75 wt % Str and 75 wt % Bay achieved, respectively, 3 and 2 times the S oxidation from the elemental sulfur reference. Results indicated that P content stimulates the soil microorganisms' activity for S oxidation. The matrix had a physical role in improving Bay dissolution and regulating the rapid release from Str. Moreover, the available P in soil was 25-30 mg/dm3 for Bay composites, while for pure Bay, it was 9 mg/dm3.
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Affiliation(s)
- Stella Fortuna do Valle
- Department of Chemistry, Federal University of São Carlos, Washington Luiz Highway, km 235, 13565-905 São Carlos, SP, Brazil
- Embrapa Instrumentation, XV de Novembro Street, 1452, 13560-970 São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, XV de Novembro Street, 1452, 13560-970 São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Agricultural Research and Rural Extension Company of Santa Catarina, 6800 Highway, Antônio Heil, 88318-112 Itajaí, SC, Brazil
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, XV de Novembro Street, 1452, 13560-970 São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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Giroto AS, do Valle SF, Guimarães GGF, Molina A, Reis HPG, Fernandes DM, Bernardi ACC, Mattoso LHC, Ribeiro C. Tailoring Efficient Materials for NPK All-in-One Granular Fertilization. Ind Eng Chem Res 2020. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.iecr.0c02985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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- Amanda S. Giroto
- Embrapa Instrumentation, 1452, XV de Novembro Street, CP: 741, São Carlos, SP 13560-206, Brazil
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, 1452, XV de Novembro Street, CP: 741, São Carlos, SP 13560-206, Brazil
- Federal University of São Carlos, Department of Chemistry, Washington Luiz Highway, km 235, São Carlos, SP 13565-905, Brazil
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- Agricultural Research and Rural Extension Company of Santa Catarina, 6800 Highway, Antônio Heil, Itajaí, Santa Catarina 88318112, Brazil
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- Federal University of São Carlos, Department of Chemistry, Washington Luiz Highway, km 235, São Carlos, SP 13565-905, Brazil
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- UNESP Botucatu Av. Universitária, 3780 - Altos do Paraíso, Botucatu, SP 18610-034, Brazil
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- UNESP Botucatu Av. Universitária, 3780 - Altos do Paraíso, Botucatu, SP 18610-034, Brazil
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- Embrapa Pecuária Sudeste, Rod. Washington Luiz, km 234, São Carlos, SP 13560-970, Brazil
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, 1452, XV de Novembro Street, CP: 741, São Carlos, SP 13560-206, Brazil
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- Embrapa Instrumentation, 1452, XV de Novembro Street, CP: 741, São Carlos, SP 13560-206, Brazil
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