Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Three main themes were explored in this chapter: nanoscale fertilizer input objects,
nanoscale additives, and nanoscale coatings and hosts. While the majority of the
examples within these categories are still relatively early in their development
(at the stage of patents and research papers), several examples of commercial
products incorporating nanotechnology are already on the market. It is still unclear
whether the presented and discussed nanotechnologies for use in agriculture will
have any negative long-term impacts on human health or the environment; thus
further study into the impact that the intentional introduction of nanomaterials may
have is warranted. It is difficult to predict the extent to which nanotechnology will
affect fertilizers in the future; however, it is clear that there presently exists a unique
opportunity to have some foresight of what is coming. For researchers, this insight
may allow them to contribute to this emerging field in order to help it fully realize
its potential. For regulators, this could allow for the measured and proactive
analysis of any potential hazards of any new technologies in an effort to minimize
and manage the risks in order to maximize its potential benefits.
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