Affiliation:
1. Amity University, Dubai, UAE
Abstract
Agricultural operations, essential for human survival, annually produce between 10 to 14 billion tons of waste, endangering environmental stability. This waste encompasses remnants from crops, agro-industrial activities, livestock, and aquaculture. Common disposal methods like incineration and landfills pose health and environmental risks. Effective waste management is imperative for sustainable agriculture, transforming waste into valuable resources like compost, biogas, and biochar. Nanotechnology contributes to waste management by creating nanostructured materials from agricultural waste and generating bioactive compounds for diverse applications. Nano-bioremediation enhances soil vitality and eliminates pollutants, while nano-biosensors enable precise waste monitoring. Smart delivery systems for agrochemicals reduce environmental impact, and nano-enabled plant disease management enhances crop health. Green nanomaterial synthesis from agricultural biomass promotes resource efficiency. These advancements in nanotechnology are fostering sustainable agricultural waste management practices, reducing the environmental footprint of agriculture, and promoting a circular economy.