Risk-benefit dynamics of nano-enabled technologies in sustainable agroecosystems

Nanotechnology has been found evident in handling various predicaments related to agriculture and the environment, including sustainable resource management, urbanization and energy limitations over the years. Thus, the emergence of nano-agrochemicals, including nano-pesticides, nano-fertilizers and nano-sensors, aimed at boosting solubility, enhancing bioavailability and facilitating targeted delivery, along with their controlled release, will offer significant potential precedence such as precise fertilizer application, better pest control, lowered chemical pollution and ultimately higher agricultural yields While the use of agrochemicals has boosted agricultural productivity, it significantly affects the soil and aquatic ecosystems along with their associated flora and fauna species, as well as the health of the farmers and the community-consuming chemically cultivated food unintentionally. However, the evaluation of risk associated with this technology is significantly behind its usage and the dangers associated with unwanted exposure during production or service exploitation of nanoparticles can be mitigated by taking steps once the risks &safe limits of various nanomaterials have been analysed and tabulated. Therefore, it is important to address the assessment of risks and biosafety concerns of agricultural nanotechnology.

Keywords: Nanotechnology, Biosafety risks, Risk assessment, Nano-sensors.