Does pesticide use in agriculture present a risk to the terrestrial biota?

Kenko, Daniel Brice Nkontcheu; Ngameni, Norbert Tchamadeu; Awo, Miranda Egbe; Njikam, Nacaire Ahmed; Dzemo, William Diymba

doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.160715

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“…It is a fact that the use of pesticides in agriculture poses a risk to terrestrial biota [ 17 , 18 ]. However, studies have mainly focused on invertebrates such as earthworms and insects [ 17 , 18 , 19 ]; studies on terrestrial vertebrates have primarily concerned the effects of pesticides, especially following the ingestion of contaminated water and/or food [ 20 , 21 ]. In particular, many investigations have verified the effects of Gly on experimentally exposed laboratory mammals [ 22 , 23 ].…”

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Could Exposure to Glyphosate Pose a Risk to the Survival of Wild Animals? A Case Study on the Field Lizard Podarcis siculus

Chianese,

Cominale,

Scudiero

et al. 2023

Veterinary Sciences

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Soil contaminants (herbicides, pesticides, and heavy metals) are among the main causes of change in terrestrial ecosystems. These substances lead to a general loss of biodiversity, both of flora and fauna and being able to biomagnify and pass through the food chain, they can endanger the survival of terrestrial vertebrates at the top of this chain. This review analyzes the risks associated with exposure to glyphosate, the active principle of many herbicide products, for the reproductive health of the field lizard (Podarcis siculus) potentially exposed to the substance in its natural habitat; therefore, introducing it as a possible model organism. Data demonstrate that glyphosate is toxic for this animal, affecting the health of the reproductive organs, both in males and females, and of the liver, the main detoxifying organ and closely involved in the female reproductive process. Sharing structural and functional characteristics of these organs with many other vertebrates, the information obtained with this reptile represents a wake-up call to consider when analyzing the cost/benefit ratio of glyphosate-based substances. The data clearly demonstrate that the P. siculus lizard can be considered a good target organism to study the reproductive risk assessment and hazards of exposure to soil contaminants on wild terrestrial vertebrates.

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Could Exposure to Glyphosate Pose a Risk to the Survival of Wild Animals? A Case Study on the Field Lizard Podarcis siculus

Chianese,

Cominale,

Scudiero

et al. 2023

Veterinary Sciences

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“…The use of plant protection products, such as fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides, is crucial for controlling diseases and pests in agriculture, but their safety, costs, and availabil-ity are a growing concern [1][2][3][4]. The possible adverse effects on human and environmental health have led to the development of risk exposure indicators [5,6] and more stringent legislative requirements [7,8]. The EU, for example, regulates plant protection products authorization [9] and utilization to endorse a new paradigm for agricultural production with the transition to low-input farming, promoting integrated pest management and complementary alternatives to minimize the utilization of plant protection products [10].…”

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Are Basic Substances a Key to Sustainable Pest and Disease Management in Agriculture? An Open Field Perspective

Toffolatti,

Davillerd,

D’Isita

et al. 2023

Plants

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Pathogens and pests constantly challenge food security and safety worldwide. The use of plant protection products to manage them raises concerns related to human health, the environment, and economic costs. Basic substances are active, non-toxic compounds that are not predominantly used as plant protection products but hold potential in crop protection. Basic substances’ attention is rising due to their safety and cost-effectiveness. However, data on their protection levels in crop protection strategies are lacking. In this review, we critically analyzed the literature concerning the field application of known and potential basic substances for managing diseases and pests, investigating their efficacy and potential integration into plant protection programs. Case studies related to grapevine, potato, and fruit protection from pre- and post-harvest diseases and pests were considered. In specific cases, basic substances and chitosan in particular, could complement or even substitute plant protection products, either chemicals or biologicals, but their efficacy varied greatly according to various factors, including the origin of the substance, the crop, the pathogen or pest, and the timing and method of application. Therefore, a careful evaluation of the field application is needed to promote the successful use of basic substances in sustainable pest management strategies in specific contexts.

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Glyphosate uses, adverse effects and alternatives: focus on the current scenario in Brazil

de Araujo,

Zordan,

Celzard

et al. 2023

Environ Geochem Health

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Does pesticide use in agriculture present a risk to the terrestrial biota?

Cited by 17 publications

References 48 publications

Could Exposure to Glyphosate Pose a Risk to the Survival of Wild Animals? A Case Study on the Field Lizard Podarcis siculus

Could Exposure to Glyphosate Pose a Risk to the Survival of Wild Animals? A Case Study on the Field Lizard Podarcis siculus

Are Basic Substances a Key to Sustainable Pest and Disease Management in Agriculture? An Open Field Perspective

Glyphosate uses, adverse effects and alternatives: focus on the current scenario in Brazil

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