The introduction of high-yielding varieties, intensive cultivation systems, micronutrient-free
fertiliser application, non-addition of organic manures and imbalanced plant nutrition has led …

Abstract Micronutrient malnutrition (eg Fe, Zn and vitamin A deficiencies) now afflicts over
40% of the world's population and is increasing especially in many developing nations …

Nanoparticles (NPs) possess specific physical and chemical features and they are capable
enough to cross cellular barriers and show their effect on living organisms. Their capability …

Meeting human needs within the ecological limits of our planet calls for continuous reflection
on, and redesigning of, agricultural technologies and practices. Such technologies include …

The increasing public concern over the negative impacts of chemical fertilizers and
pesticides on food security and sustainability has led to exploring innovative methods that …

Nanotechnology is a burgeoning revolutionary technology in the 21st century. Climate
emergencies caused by natural or anthropogenic activities have tragically consequential …

Ferti-fortification of wheat with zinc, an essential micronutrient is one of the strategies for
combating 'hidden hunger'in a large proportion of people all over the world. During …

Micronutrient fertilizer sources are mostly sulfates for Zn, Cu, and Mn, but chelates are the
usual Fe source, and borax and sodium molybdate are used for B and Mo, respectively. Soil …

Secondary and micronutrients are important in enhancing crop productivity; yet, they are
hardly studied in sub-Sahara Africa. In this region, the main focus has been on …

Indiscriminate use of chemical fertilizers in the agricultural production systems to keep pace
with the food and nutritional demand of the galloping population had an adverse impact on …