Copper Nanostructures: Next-Generation of Agrochemicals for Sustainable Agroecosystems considers the impact of copper-based nanostructures on agri-food sectors. Sections highlight the green synthesis of copper nanoparticles, production mechanisms, eco-safety, and future perspectives, discuss the increasing importance of copper nanomaterials in plant protection applications, describe the use of copper nanostructures in plant science applications, cover antimicrobial applications, explore copper nanostructure applications, and summarize current applications in agroecosystems, such as copper nanoparticles as nanosensors, their negative ecological effects, estimation risks, and more. - Assesses the impact of a large variety of copper-based nanostructures on the agri-food sector - Discusses how the properties of a variety of copper-based nanomaterials make them effective for agricultural applications - Explains the challenges surrounding the mass production of copper-based nanomaterials

Large-scale chemical fertilizer application causes irreparable damage to soil structure, mineral cycles, soil microbial flora, plants, and other food chains across ecosystems, culminating in heritable mutations in future generations of consumers. A better way forward is the use of nanofertilizers to focus on macro elements (N, P, K), as switching to nanofertilizers may result in large environmental benefits by replacing the majority of these nutrients. Furthermore, the biosynthesis of nanomaterials using bacteria, algae, yeast, fungus, actinomycetes, and plants has opened up a new avenue of research in the production of inorganic nanoparticles as ecologically friendly fertilizers. Nanofertilizers should also attain increased efficiency because of a several-fold increase in the surface-to-volume ratio of nano-forms of nutrients and their suitability for foliar application, where environmental losses are further reduced. Nanostructured fertilizers can also improve nutrient use efficiency through strategies such as targeted distribution and progressive or controlled-release as they can precisely release their active molecules in response to environmental cues and biological demands. Recent research shows nanofertilizers can increase agricultural productivity by speeding up seed germination, seedling growth, photosynthetic activity, nitrogen metabolism, and carbohydrate and protein synthesis. The potential agricultural benefits of nanofertilizers, their modes of action, and the fate of nanomaterials in soil are all discussed in this book. It also covers nanofertilizer formulation and delivery, applications, uptake, translocation, and their fate in plants, as well as their impact on plant physiology and metabolism. Nutrient nanoformulation is a valuable method that has the potential to alter the agricultural sector and provide solutions to current and future concerns for sustainable and climate-sensitive crops

Nano- and Nanohybrid Fungicides: Novel Applications in Plant Pathology addresses nanofungicides and the opportunities that nano-agrochemicals can provide. Organized into three parts, this book addresses the synthesis and formulation of nanofungicides and nanohybrid fungicides, as well as their sensing, degradation, and commercialization. Furthermore, the book assesses the potential hazards and safety of nanofungicdes for agroecosytems, in addition to startup, patents, regulatory concerns, and prospects. Plant scientists, plant pathologist, agriculture and food scientists, and professionals and students working in related fields will all benefit from this timely resource. - Explains the synthesis or biosynthesis of nanofungicides - Determines the active ingredients of nanofungicides - Describes the applications of nanofungicides in plant disease control and crop protection - Explores the mechanisms of antifungal activity

Metal nanoparticles, ranging from 1 nanometer (nm) to 100 nm, possess unique physical, chemical, and biological properties, driving significant scientific and technological advancements. Traditional methods for producing these nanoparticles, such as physical and chemical synthesis, are often costly, time-consuming, and hazardous to health. In response, green synthesis has gained popularity due to its non-toxic, eco-friendly, and cost-effective approach. This method uses plant materials and microorganisms to produce stable, biocompatible nanoparticles. As a result, green synthesis is becoming a promising alternative for the development of metal nanoparticles. Synthesizing and Characterizing Plant-Mediated Biocompatible Metal Nanoparticles describes the domain of synthesizing and characterizing plant-mediated biocompatible metal nanoparticles, exploring numerous applications from fostering a sustainable environment to diverse nanotechnological applications such as drug discovery, cancer treatment, and beyond. It further addresses a broad spectrum of societal and technological challenges and related issues, thereby assisting stakeholders in making informed decisions within this rapidly evolving field in our dynamic and contemporary scientific society. Covering topics such as antibiotics, nano-fertilizer, and wastewater treatment, this book is an excellent resource for policymakers, industry professionals, academicians, researchers, graduate and postgraduate students, and more.

The book entitled ‘Nanophytopathology’ discusses the need for alternative technologies particularly smart nanotechnological tools including nanobiosensor in the detection of plant diseases, delivery of fungicides/pesticides, and therapy for the diseases caused by plant pathogens and pests. The use of nanomaterials will minimize the huge amount of application of pesticides and fungicides thereby reducing environmental pollution. This technology is eco-friendly, economically viable, and useful for sustainable crop production. The book encompasses chapters written by experienced experts in respective fields, which provide up-to-date knowledge about pathogen/pest control using nanotechnology. It will be essential reading for post-graduate students and researchers, agriculture scientists, nanotechnologists, microbiologists, green chemistry experts, and biotechnologists.