The Role of Nanomaterials in Plant Production and Fortification for Food and Nutrition Security

Abbey, Lord; Okoli, Chigozie; Martin-Clarke, Deshaun; Ijenyo, Mercy; Abbey, Joel; Anku, Kenneth; Ofoe, Raphael; Leke‐Aladekoba, Adedayo; Gunupuru, Lokanadha Rao; Iheshiulo, Ekene Mark‐Anthony; Ampofo, Josephine; Abbey, Pretious Anetey

doi:10.9734/bpi/ecafs/v4/4875f

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“…The trends observed in our study could be because of the unique physicochemical properties of the nanoparticles. For example, Fe 3 O 4 NPs were confirmed to induce systemic resistance in plants by modulating defense-related gene expression and activating signaling pathways [58]. Similarly, Cu NPs have been shown to possess antifungal properties, disrupting the cell membranes of pathogens and inhibiting their growth [59].…”

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confidence: 99%

Nanoparticles and Chemical Inducers: A Sustainable Shield against Onion White Rot

Elenany,

Atia,

Abbas

et al. 2024

Biology

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This study investigated the effectiveness of nanoparticles and chemical inducers in managing onion white rot caused by Sclerotium cepivorum. The pathogen severely threatens onion cultivation, resulting in significant yield losses and economic setbacks. Traditional fungicides, though effective, raise environmental concerns, prompting a shift toward eco-friendly alternatives. In this study, four S. cepivorum isolates were utilized, each exhibiting varying degrees of pathogenicity, with the third isolate from Abu-Hamad demonstrating the highest potency. During the in vitro studies, three nanoparticles (NPs) were investigated, including Fe3O4 NPs, Cu NPs, and ZnO NPs, which demonstrated the potential to inhibit mycelial growth, with salicylic acid and Fe3O4 NPs exhibiting synergistic effects. In vivo, these nanoparticles reduced the disease incidence and severity, with Fe3O4 NPs at 1000–1400 ppm resulting in 65.0–80.0% incidence and 80.0–90.0% severity. ZnO NPs had the most positive impact on the chlorophyll content, while Cu NPs had minimal effects. At 1000 ppm, Fe3O4 NPs had variable effects on the phenolic compounds (total: 6.28, free: 4.81, related: 2.59), while ZnO NPs caused minor fluctuations (total: 3.60, free: 1.82, related: 1.73). For the chemical inducers, salicylic acid reduced the disease (10.0% incidence, 25.0% to 10.0% severity) and promoted growth, and it elevated the chlorophyll values and enhanced the phenolic compounds in infected onions. Potassium phosphate dibasic (PDP) had mixed effects, and ascorbic acid showed limited efficacy toward disease reduction. However, PDP at 1400 ppm and ascorbic acid at 1000 ppm elevated the chlorophyll values and enhanced the phenolic compounds. Furthermore, this study extended to traditional fungicides, highlighting their inhibitory effects on S. cepivorum. This research provides a comprehensive comparative analysis of these approaches, emphasizing their potential in eco-friendly onion white rot management.

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Nanoparticles and Chemical Inducers: A Sustainable Shield against Onion White Rot

Elenany,

Atia,

Abbas

et al. 2024

Biology

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“…Nature's regenerative ability is even more important in the food production sector because of the adverse effects of climate change and the loss of productive croplands caused by rising food demand from the world's growing population [51]. Economic growth in agriculture depends on increasing crop yields and using non-conventional plants to provide food security [52].…”

Section: Economic Sustainable Food Production and Consumptionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Sustainable Pillars and their Fulfillment in Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Aquaponic Production

Schoor,

Arenas-Salazar,

Torres-Pacheco

et al. 2023

Sustainability

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Focusing on new food production methods and sustainable pillars’ accomplishments has changed the definition of sustainable pillars themselves. Moreover, some general characteristics of the main pillars can be redefined in separate dimensions to better explain their positive sustainable impacts. Therefore, the main objective of this research is to redefine the sustainable pillars linked to food production and review the most important cultural and technological sustainability impacts they have, in addition to the three classic pillars: economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Cultural and technological sustainability are increasingly important complements to the traditional sustainability concept. Furthermore, new food production technologies and systems are influenced by ancient production methods, as well as by profitable crop selection. Traditional agricultural and aquaculture production in relation to more recent aquaponic production concepts are still a major part of global food security, but the better usage of waste materials or residues generates a more favorable agroecological impact. In conclusion, constantly redefining the sustainable pillars in the context of sustainable food production methods and proving the viability of their general production impacts is important.

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Valorization of food waste: A comprehensive review of individual technologies for producing bio-based products

Ansari,

Kumar,

Sawarkar

et al. 2024

Journal of Environmental Management

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The Role of Nanomaterials in Plant Production and Fortification for Food and Nutrition Security

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Nanoparticles and Chemical Inducers: A Sustainable Shield against Onion White Rot

Nanoparticles and Chemical Inducers: A Sustainable Shield against Onion White Rot

A Review of Sustainable Pillars and their Fulfillment in Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Aquaponic Production

Valorization of food waste: A comprehensive review of individual technologies for producing bio-based products

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