Recurring detrimental impact of agrochemicals on the ecosystem, and a glimpse of organic farming as a possible rescue

Gnanaprakasam, Pavidra Devi; Vanisree, Arambakkam Janardhanam

doi:10.1007/s11356-022-22750-1

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“…Current agricultural practices include widespread use of agrochemicals, pesticides, fertilizers, and treated wastewater that result in the global exposure of agricultural crops and natural ecosystems to many synthetic chemicals and nanomaterials [ 128 ]. Some of these chemicals may impact human health, physiology, reproduction, and development through a variety of neuroendocrine effects [ 129 ]. Green leaf biomass, whether produced in conventional, greenhouse, or vertical farming settings, remains at risk of direct exposure and the transfer of these chemicals when integrated into the food manufacturing processes.…”

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Current Status and Nutritional Value of Green Leaf Protein

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Green leaf biomass is one of the largest underutilized sources of nutrients worldwide. Whether it is purposely cultivated (forage crops, duckweed) or upcycled as a waste stream from the mass-produced agricultural crops (discarded leaves, offcuts, tops, peels, or pulp), the green biomass can be established as a viable alternative source of plant proteins in food and feed processing formulations. Rubisco is a major component of all green leaves, comprising up to 50% of soluble leaf protein, and offers many advantageous functional features in terms of essential amino acid profile, reduced allergenicity, enhanced gelation, foaming, emulsification, and textural properties. Nutrient profiles of green leaf biomass differ considerably from those of plant seeds in protein quality, vitamin and mineral concentration, and omega 6/3 fatty acid profiles. Emerging technological improvements in processing fractions, protein quality, and organoleptic profiles will enhance the nutritional quality of green leaf proteins as well as address scaling and sustainability challenges associated with the growing global demand for high quality nutrition.

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Current Status and Nutritional Value of Green Leaf Protein

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“…The present situation requires the longstanding sustainable development goals of agricultural systems that are facing several challenges. For instance, the long-term effects of overuse of agrochemicals (fertilizers, pesticides, and other plant-protection chemicals) may bring the risk of environmental pollution and soil and water system destruction that directly influence the agricultural ecosystem [ 5 , 6 ]. The application of traditional chemical fertilizers in the wrong ways is likely to reduce nutrient use efficiency (NUE) and increase nutrient excess and nutrient degradation [ 7 ].…”

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Current and emerging nanotechnology for sustainable development of agriculture: Implementation design strategy and application

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Integrated Fertilizers for Sustainable Wheat Production to Improve Food Security—A Comprehensive Review

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Pushpalatha,

Jayaprakash

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J. Plant Nutr. Soil Sci.

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Wheat is a key cereal crop that is substantial to global food security. Fertilizers are crucial in wheat production and significantly impact the yield. This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of inorganic, organic, and integrated fertilizers in terms of sustainable wheat production and economic and environmental benefits. For this review, we thoroughly examined 133 previous research findings. The results indicate that inorganic fertilizers play a vital role in improving wheat yield. However, continuous use of inorganic fertilizers pollutes the environment, affects beneficial microorganisms in the soil, and increases the emissions of greenhouse gases, consequently decreasing crop yield. Organic fertilizers enhance soil quality, which is critical for crop growth and development. However, a high concentration of methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and carbon dioxide (CO2) are emitted from organic fertilizers, but the CO2 emission rate is less than the sequestration rate. Integrated fertilizers trade off the drawbacks of both inorganic and organic fertilizers. Integrated fertilizers decrease nitrous oxide (N2O) and ammonia (NH3) emissions and carbon loss by 11%–24%, 13%–27%, and 18%, respectively, compared to the sole use of fertilizers. From the review analysis, the highest grain yield (4855 kg ha−1) and net benefit ($2836.66) are achieved by using a combination of 75% organic and 25% inorganic fertilizers at a rate of 120 kg N ha−1. Therefore, this combination is recommended for the users. Furthermore, a site‐specific approach research is needed on integrated fertilizers that simultaneously focus on economic and environmental profits. Also, there must be a policy that supports the farmers in teaching, training, and subsidizing them to adopt integrated fertilizers for sustainable wheat production and improving food security.

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Recurring detrimental impact of agrochemicals on the ecosystem, and a glimpse of organic farming as a possible rescue

Cited by 10 publications

References 62 publications

Current Status and Nutritional Value of Green Leaf Protein

Current Status and Nutritional Value of Green Leaf Protein

Current and emerging nanotechnology for sustainable development of agriculture: Implementation design strategy and application

Integrated Fertilizers for Sustainable Wheat Production to Improve Food Security—A Comprehensive Review

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