Combating smog in Pakistan’s Kinnow industry: Nanotechnology and sustainable resource management for resilient agriculture DOI

Muhammad Azam Mushtaq,

Muhammad Ahtasham Mushtaq,

Muhammad Ateeq

et al.

Journal of Horticultural Science & Technology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 73 - 79

Published: Sept. 30, 2024

The Pakistani citrus industry faces numerous challenges, as air pollution from smog, compounded by the effects of climate change, threatens its continued productivity and long-term sustainability. Smog, originating industrial pollution, vehicle exhaust, agricultural activities, increases susceptibility crops reducing crop health, degrading quality, lowering production. Climate change has led to erratic weather patterns, extreme temperature fluctuations, unusual rainfall which cause additional stress on cultivation. This review article examines detrimental impact smog combined with farming in Pakistan, highlighting adverse product overall yield. Furthermore, it proposes various management solutions, including sustainable water resource practices, agroforestry, soil maintenance, emerging nanotechnology applications. application development protective coatings, smart fertilisers, air-purifying devices, all show promise improving resilience mitigating environmental stressors. Combining effective natural management, applications can enhance Pakistan's industry's viability financial performance. Both government authorities must actively support initiatives that equip farmers tools adopt practices.

Language: Английский

Combating smog in Pakistan’s Kinnow industry: Nanotechnology and sustainable resource management for resilient agriculture DOI

Muhammad Azam Mushtaq,

Muhammad Ahtasham Mushtaq,

Muhammad Ateeq

et al.

Journal of Horticultural Science & Technology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 73 - 79

Published: Sept. 30, 2024

The Pakistani citrus industry faces numerous challenges, as air pollution from smog, compounded by the effects of climate change, threatens its continued productivity and long-term sustainability. Smog, originating industrial pollution, vehicle exhaust, agricultural activities, increases susceptibility crops reducing crop health, degrading quality, lowering production. Climate change has led to erratic weather patterns, extreme temperature fluctuations, unusual rainfall which cause additional stress on cultivation. This review article examines detrimental impact smog combined with farming in Pakistan, highlighting adverse product overall yield. Furthermore, it proposes various management solutions, including sustainable water resource practices, agroforestry, soil maintenance, emerging nanotechnology applications. application development protective coatings, smart fertilisers, air-purifying devices, all show promise improving resilience mitigating environmental stressors. Combining effective natural management, applications can enhance Pakistan's industry's viability financial performance. Both government authorities must actively support initiatives that equip farmers tools adopt practices.

Language: Английский

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