Nanobiotechnology in Agricultural Sector: Overview and Novel Applications

Abstract

The agricultural sector has many problems achieving the desired yield in products because of pathogens, viruses, pesticides, herbicides, temperature, soil moisture, among others. Nanotechnology, along with other sciences, has emerged in industry and society due to the interest in solving problems such as those mentioned above, in order to serve the needs of the world population. The present review discusses the principal topics about Nanobiotechnology, such as generalities, applications, aspects that can be improved and perspectives, beside its influence in the agriculture industry.

Amelioration in nanobiosensors for the control of plant diseases: current status and future challenges

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Implications of biosensors and nanobiosensors for the eco-friendly detection of public health and agro-based insecticides: A comprehensive review

“…It is also imperative for potential manufacturers to make sure that production costs can be affordable in rural areas. Reusability and long-term stability of nanobiosensors can also reduce cost [ 111 ]. Another challenge includes the scaling-up process which ensures that mass productions component for nanobiosenors should have the same properties and working action as verified in the basic laboratory condition.…”

Nanotechnology in agriculture: A review of innovative utilization

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