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Online ISSN : 2349-8080 Issues : 12 per year Publisher : Excellent Publishers Email : editorinchiefijcrbp@gmail.com |
Nano-fertilizers engineered nanoscale nutrient carriers—enable controlled release, targeted delivery, and high nutrient-use efficiency, overcoming limitations of conventional fertilizers. This review explores formulation strategies (e.g., membrane-coated urea, nano zeolite), uptake mechanisms via root and foliar pathways, and key influencing factors such as particle size, coatings, and soil properties. Agronomic benefits include enhanced crop growth, improved soil fertility, reduced nutrient loss, and heightened resilience to abiotic and biotic stresses. We also examine potential of nano fertilizers over conventional fertilizers. This comprehensive assessment underscores nano-fertilizers promise for sustainable agriculture when balanced with safety considerations.
