Nano-enabled agrochemicals/materials: Potential human health impact, risk assessment, management strategies and future prospects

Harmonization Risks and Rewards: Nano-QSAR for Agricultural Nanomaterials

“…18 Nanoparticles have been shown to have toxic effects on some plant and animal species, and there is a need for further research on their long-term environmental impacts. 45 Another challenge is the lack of regulation and standardization in the use of nanomaterials in agriculture. 35 The safety and efficacy of these materials need to be evaluated through rigorous testing protocols, and guidelines for their use and disposal need to be established to minimize the possible risks to human health and the environment.…”

“…Additionally, the long-term effects of nanomaterials on soil microbiota and ecosystem functioning are not well understood. 45 To address these research gaps and mitigate possible risks associated with the use of nanomaterials in agriculture, interdisciplinary research collaborations and regulatory frameworks are needed. 48 A coordinated effort among scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders is crucial for the development of the safe and responsible use of nanomaterials in agriculture, while minimizing their adverse impacts on the environment and human health.…”

Widespread use of toxic agrochemicals and pesticides for agricultural products storage in Africa and developing countries: Possible panacea for ecotoxicology and health implications

“…Several emerging alternatives are being developed to preserve agro products better and reduce the hazardous impacts of chemicals on health and the environment. Some of these solutions include using natural products of plant, animal, and microbial origins, as well as their nanoparticle derivative [ 125 ]. The use of natural products has drawn the attention of many contemporary studies primarily due to their application in post-field activities as well as their relative health and environmental safety profile [ 126 ].…”

Panacea for the nanoplastic surge in Africa: A state-of-the-art review

“…A recent study suggests that most African countries will increase their imports by 2030 [ 45 ]. This could lead to the accumulation of billions of tonnes of plastic particles in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems soon, consequent on the lack of a proper waste management plan and strategy [ 1 , 3 , 4 , 46 , 47 ]. The increase in the production of plastic is linked to significant consumption and waste generation [ 15 ].…”

“…In many ways, plastic is a valuable resource, yet it is also an unwanted and unsustainable waste of a particular resource. The indiscriminate introduction and circulation of plastics and plastic containing products including plastics cans used in pharmaceuticals in different parts of the world result in pollution [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 ]. Plastic pollution has become one of the world's most critical environmental issues due to poor handling and the inability of plastic fragments to degrade, including microplastics and nanoplastics [ 6 ].…”