Nanofertilizers: A Novel Technology for Enhancing Nutrient Use Efficiency of Crops and a Relevance to Agroforestry

Nanofertilizers are important in agriculture and agroforestry to boost nutrient use efficiency, lower fertilizer waste, and lower cultivation costs while also enhancing crop growth and yield. Nanofertilizers provide more surface area for different metabolic reactions in the plant which accelerates photosynthesis and increases the amount of dry matter and productivity of crops and trees. Nanofertilizers are particularly useful for precise nutrient management in precision agriculture. According to studies, applying nanofertilizers minimizes soil toxicity, reduces the risk of adverse side effects from overdosing, and increases the nutrient use efficiency. Due to the scarcity of arable land and water, the development of the agricultural sector can only be achieved by improving resource use efficiency through efficient utilization of modern technologies. One of these technologies is nanotechnology, which has the potential to completely transform agricultural systems. Consequently, nanotechnology has a great potential to promote sustainable agriculture, particularly in underdeveloped nations.