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Application of nanoparticles in enhancing tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses in plants
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Raziyeh Ghorbani *   , Zahra Zakipour , Elham Ashrafi-Dehkordi |
| , Ghorbaniraziyeh@gmail.com |
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Abstract: (66 Views) |
With the rapid growth of the world population, the demand for agricultural products is continuously increasing. However, plants are exposed to a wide range of biotic stresses including pests, diseases, weeds and abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, heat, cold and heavy metals, which negatively affect plant growth and productivity of food crops worldwide and are considered a serious threat to agricultural food production. In addition to exacerbating the food security crisis, these stresses also cause significant economic losses. Agrochemicals have been widely used to manage pests, weeds and plant pathogens with the aim of maximizing yield. However, the excessive consumption of these compounds has brought severe environmental consequences, threatened human health and caused heavy economic costs. The efficient use of natural resources, without leaving any adverse effects on the environment, has paved the way for the penetration of nanotechnology to provide effective alternatives in various fields, especially in the management of agricultural products. In this regard, the use of nanoscale agricultural inputs, including nanopesticides, nanoherbicides, and nanofertilizers, has recently received increasing attention as emerging plant enhancement technologies that have a positive impact on crop productivity. The aim of this study is to comprehensively investigate the application of nanoparticles in promoting tolerance to various stresses in plants, thereby increasing crop productivity and helping to ensure food security for the growing world population.
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Article number: 11 |
| Keywords: Food security, Biotic stress, Abiotic stress, Nanoparticles, Plant productivity |
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Type of Study: Review |
Subject:
Biosafety
Received: 2025/11/13
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