Nanotechnology emerges as vital tool to combat global food security challenges
Date | 5th, Nov 2024 |
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Source | Nanowerk - Nanotechnology Websites |
DESCRIPTION
Agriculture faces unprecedented challenges as climate change threatens global food production and conventional farming methods reach their limits. Up to 90% of agricultural chemicals miss their targets, polluting the environment while failing to protect crops. Traditional pesticides harm beneficial organisms, fertilizers contaminate waterways, and food spoilage wastes nearly half of what farmers produce.