In this review, we untangle the physiological key functions of the essential micronutrients
and link them to the deficiency responses in plants. Knowledge of these responses at the …

Plant growth and development depend on sufficient nutrient availability in soils. Agricultural
soils are generally nitrogen (N) deficient, and thus soils need to be supplemented with …

Soybean is a leguminous crop known for its efficient nitrogen utilization and ease of
cultivation. However, its intercropping with maize may lead to severe reduction in its growth …

Zinc is a crucial micronutrient found in food that is essential for the development of all living
organisms, it plays a vital role in gene expression and various physical processes, its …

Nanomaterials (NMs), particularly ZnO nanoparticles (NPs), show great promise in
sustainable agriculture for enhancing crop production, mineral nutrition, and food safety …

Pythium irregulare (P. irregulare) is one of the soil-borne pathogens that is the primary
cause of damage to several plants each year. The novelty and originality of this work were …

Application of nanomaterials in agriculture has been extensively explored over the past
decade leading to a wide ambit of nanoparticle-based agrochemicals. Metallic nanoparticles …

Copper (Cu) is an essential micronutrient for all living organisms but is also highly toxic in
excess. Cellular homoeostasis of Cu is maintained by various transporters and …

Out of all the essential eight trace elements, boron is an indispensable nutrient required for
the growth and development of plants. The importance of boron as an essential …

Crop requires proper plant nutrition; one of the most important factors governing plant
growth and development is the integrated supply of micronutrients and macronutrients in …