The spread of heavy metal (loid) s at soil-food crop interfaces has become a threat to
sustainable agricultural productivity, food security, and human health. The eco-toxic effects …

Heavy metal concentrations exceeding permissible limits threaten human life, plant life, and
all other life forms. Different natural and anthropogenic activities emit toxic heavy metals in …

Salinity has become a major environmental concern of agricultural lands, impairing crop
production. The current study aimed to examine the role of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO …

To explore the reinforcing effects of nano-potassium fertilizer (nano-K) on growth, yield and
quality, physio-biochemical responses, antioxidant defense systems, antioxidant gene …

The coexistence of di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), Cd, and Zn poses a serious
challenge to soil ecosystems. This study aimed to evaluate the phytoremediation potential of …

Anthropogenic activities have led to a surge in the use of synthetic chemical compounds in
agriculture, elevating environmental toxicity levels. As a response to this concern, there is a …

Background γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), as a regulator of many aspects of plant growth, has
a pivotal role in improving plant stress resistance. However, few studies have focused on the …

Cotton is a major fiber crop grown worldwide. Nitrogen (N) is an essential nutrient for cotton
production and supports efficient crop production. It is a crucial nutrient that is required more …

Climate change can intensify drought in many regions of the world and lead to more
frequent drought events or altered cycles of soil water status. Therefore, it is important to …

Nanotechnology is an effective way to stimulate the yield potential of crops. Various nano-
fertilizers and nano-carriers are gradually being developed to bring about a technological …