Agronomy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(11), P. 2713 - 2713
Published: Nov. 17, 2024
Heavy
metal
pollution
is
one
of
the
most
devastating
abiotic
factors,
significantly
damaging
crops
and
human
health.
One
serious
problems
it
causes
a
rise
in
cadmium
(Cd)
toxicity.
Cd
highly
toxic
with
negative
biological
role,
enters
plants
via
soil–plant
system.
stress
induces
series
disorders
plants’
morphological,
physiological,
biochemical
processes
initiates
inhibition
seed
germination,
ultimately
resulting
reduced
growth.
Fiber
such
as
kenaf,
jute,
hemp,
cotton,
flax
have
high
industrial
importance
often
face
issue
Various
techniques
been
introduced
to
counter
rising
threats
toxicity,
including
reducing
content
soil,
mitigating
effects
stress,
genetic
improvements
plant
tolerance
against
this
stress.
For
decades,
breeders
trying
develop
Cd-tolerant
fiber
through
identification
transformation
novel
genes.
Still,
complex
mechanism
has
hindered
progress
breeding.
These
are
ideal
candidates
for
phytoremediation
heavy
metals
contaminated
soils.
Hence,
increased
uptake,
accumulation,
translocation
below-ground
parts
(roots)
above-ground
(shoots,
leaves,
stems)
can
help
clean
agricultural
lands
safe
use
food
crops.
Earlier
studies
indicated
that
detoxification,
developing
these
stresses
genes
fruitful
approaches.
This
review
aims
highlight
role
some
conventional
molecular
key
Molecular
mainly
involve
QTL
mapping
GWAS.
However,
more
focus
given
transcriptome
TFs
analysis
explore
potential
genomic
regions
involved
will
serve
source
valuable
information
on
crops,
allowing
further
in-depth
analyses
identify
critical
breeding,
like
engineering
CRISPR/Cas9.
Euro-Mediterranean Journal for Environmental Integration,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
9(1), P. 405 - 417
Published: Nov. 16, 2023
Abstract
The
plant
Silybum
marianum
(L.)
Gaertn.
has
been
used
in
a
preliminary
study
to
investigate
its
phytoremediation
potential
moderately
and
heavily
Cd-polluted
Greek
soils.
For
this
purpose,
pot
experiment
was
carried
out
using
four
soil
treatments,
two
from
agricultural
urban
areas,
contaminated
with
3
30
mg
of
Cd
per
kg
soil.
modified
Bureau
Community
Reference
(BCR)
fractionation
method
determine
levels
the
fractions.
water-soluble,
available-DTPA
extractable,
total
pseudo-total
concentrations
were
also
evaluated
attempts
find
relationships
between
fractions
parts
cultivated
plants
made.
Significant
correlations
among
fractions,
parts,
physicochemical
parameters
obtained
discussed.
High
translocation
accumulation
rates
observed
mainly
root
lower
part
stems,
while
flowers
seeds
no
detected,
leading
conclusion
that
high-value
product
contained
maintains
quality
is
free
contaminants.
results
are
satisfactory
indicating
as
promising
for
remediation
practices
Cd-contaminated
Mediterranean
soils,
promoting
principles
circular
economy.
Food systems,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(1), P. 52 - 58
Published: April 18, 2024
This
review
is
devoted
to
an
analysis
of
the
hemp
(
Cannabis
sativa
L.)
seeds’
nutritional
aspects
and
food
production
perspectives,
that
can
become
a
valuable
source
multifunctional
components
for
functional
production.
L.
multipurpose
crop
with
lowenvironmental
impact
traditionally
cultivated
in
Western
cultures
fiber
The
propagation
synthetic
fibers
intoxicating
drugs
from
certain
narcotic
strains
resulted
banning
its
cultivation.
Thus,
culturing
varieties
are
widely
known
as
„industrial
hemp“
has
only
been
practiced
past
two
decades.
Hemp
grown
not
economic
importance
but
also
value.
seeds
consists
25–35%
lipids
perfectly
balanced
fatty
acids
(FAs);
20–25%
proteins,
which
easy
digest
contain
all
essential
amino
acids;
20–30%
carbohydrates,
mainly
dietary
fiber;
vitamins
minerals.
Besides
value,
hempseed
rich
antioxidants
bioactive
compounds
such
peptides,
polyphenols
high
free
radicals
scavenging
activity,
cannabinoids.
Therefore,
this
study
reviews
scientific
knowledge
about
their
progressive
cultivation,
therapeutic
potential,
use
Journal of Natural Fibers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: June 27, 2024
Industrial
hemp
cultivation
was
restricted
years
ago
in
most
countries,
thus
wiping
out
centuries
of
science
and
genetic
resources.
It
is
only
since
the
1990s
that
has
been
experiencing
its
renaissance,
which
nowadays
driven
by
new
strategies.
The
objective
review
to
compile
summarize
latest
research
achievements.
focus
on
from
2018
2023.
VOSviewer
software
used
define
main
areas
trends.
Most
articles
were
discussed,
among
others
determination
average
yield
loss
due
water
stress
(8.7
Mg
ha−1)
low
temperatures
(0.4
ha−1);
increase
up
25%
achieving
rejecting
smallest
seeds;
or
definition
optimum
dose
sewage
sludge
application
(25
ha−1).
Regarding
composition
properties:
identification
caflanone
flavonoid
(selective
activity
against
certain
neoplasms);
71
compounds
(monoterpenes,
sesquiterpenes
CBs)
EO;
antioxidant
capacity
EO
(63
mg
TE
g−1
438
g−1);
comparison
content
monoicous,
female
male
inflorescences
(0.10%,
0.15%
0.07%
respectively).
current
possibilities
using,
e.g.
for
phytoremediation
bioenergy,
presented.
Also
knowledge
gaps
future
identified.
Nitrogen,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(3), P. 624 - 654
Published: July 18, 2024
Hemp
(Cannabis
sativa
L.),
renowned
for
its
applications
in
environmental,
industrial,
and
medicinal
fields,
is
critically
evaluated
this
comprehensive
review
focusing
on
the
impacts
of
chemical
organic
fertilizers
cultivation.
As
hemp
re-emerges
as
a
crop
economic
significance,
choice
between
fertilization
methods
plays
crucial
role
determining
not
only
yield
but
also
quality
sustainability
production.
This
article
examines
botanical
characteristics
hemp,
optimal
growth
conditions,
essential
biochemical
processes
A
detailed
comparative
analysis
provided,
revealing
that
fertilizers,
while
increasing
by
up
to
20%
compared
options,
may
compromise
concentration
key
phytochemicals
such
cannabidiol
approximately
10%,
highlighting
trade-off
product
quality.
The
presents
quantitative
assessments
nitrogen
(N),
phosphorus
(P),
potassium
(K)
from
both
fertilizer
types,
noting
K
significantly
influences
synthesis
terpenes
cannabinoids,
making
it
most
impactful
element
context
aromatic
varieties.
Optimal
rates
timing
application
these
nutrients
are
discussed,
with
focus
maximizing
efficiency
during
flowering
stage,
where
nutrient
uptake
directly
correlates
cannabinoid
Furthermore,
challenges
associated
U.S.
industrial
market
addressed,
reducing
production
costs
improving
processing
infrastructure
sustaining
industry
growth,
especially
given
slow
expansion
fiber
markets
due
bottlenecks.
concludes
offer
immediate
agronomic
benefits,
transitioning
towards
practices
long-term
environmental
viability.
future
industry,
promising,
will
depend
heavily
advancements
genetic
engineering,
management
strategies,
regulatory
frameworks
better
support
sustainable
cultivation
practices.
nuanced
approach
vital
navigate
complex
trade-offs
productivity,
health,
viability
global
market.
Journal of Agriculture Food Systems and Community Development,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 16
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Recent
legislative
changes
have
opened
new
avenues
of
hemp
production
for
farmers
seeking
to
diversify
their
operations.
With
the
availability
these
opportunities
comes
need
better
understand
decision
making
processes
growers.
The
purpose
this
study
was
explore
what
motivated
first-year
grow
and
resources
they
utilized
decision-making.
Fifteen
engaged
in
one-on-one
interviews,
which
were
analyzed
using
qualitative
research
methods.
Three
distinct
themes
emerged
that
undergirded
farmer
motivations
hemp:
personal
characteristics,
identified
advantages
as
a
crop,
trialability
compatibility.
Additionally,
four
central
sought
out:
grower
networks,
digital
media,
government-based
resources,
print
media.
findings
align
with
components
Rogers’
Diffusion
Innovation
Theory
recent
related
hemp-based
products.
Based
on
findings,
we
recommend
developing
expanding
educational
those
interested
entering
aid
decision-making
process
assist
them
navigate
entry
into
cultivation.
Toxics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 90 - 90
Published: Jan. 24, 2025
Industrial
hemp
is
a
crop
with
high
tolerance
and
accumulation
of
lead
(Pb).
Improving
the
Pb
capacity
industrial
great
scientific
practical
importance.
This
study
utilized
pot
soil
contaminated
to
investigate
differences
in
between
two
varieties,
Yunma1
(YM)
Shaanxi
Hemp
(SM),
under
stress.
The
results
indicated
that
mainly
accumulates
roots
YM
SM
(70–80%),
having
higher
than
SM.
It
worth
nothing
concentration
conditions
(5000
mg/kg),
twice
Accumulation
characteristics
different
plant
tissues
followed
pattern:
>
stems
leaves
fibers
seeds.
In
YM,
approximately
70%
absorbed
was
fixed
30%
transported
above-ground
parts.
contrast,
more
50%
by
areas,
causing
some
degree
damage
leaves.
Even
when
concentrations
exceed
4000
mg/kg,
exhibits
strong
(tolerance
index
greater
90%),
normal
growth
no
signs
toxicity.
However,
showed
level
<
at
concentrations,
significant
heavy
metal
toxicity
symptoms
areas.
These
provide
important
information
for
remediation
soils
mining
Journal of Applied Biological Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
19(1), P. 38 - 45
Published: Jan. 31, 2025
Water
pollution
poses
significant
threats
to
ecosystems
and
human
health.
Sustainable,
eco-friendly
technologies
for
treating
contaminated
water
using
phytoremediation
offer
a
promising
solution
detoxify
the
polluted
water.
This
study
uses
floating
treatment
wetlands
(FTWs),
cost-effective
technology,
treat
by
employing
indigenous
plants
their
associated
plant
growth-promoting
rhizobacteria
(PGPR).
Plant
samples
were
collected
from
banks
of
channel
in
sub-tropical
region
Karima,
Attock,
Pakistan
(33°39'04.2"N,
72°42'14.6"E).
The
species
selected
this
Cocklebur
(Xanthium
strumarium),
Vetiver
grass
(Chrysopogon
zizanioides),
Parthenium
(Parthenium
hystophorous),
Bermuda
(Cynodon
dactylon),
Hemp
(Cannabis
sativa),
because
potential
heavy
metal
uptake
tolerance.
PGPR
isolates
with
these
underwent
biochemical
characterization,
yielding
positive
results
further
validated
through
nucleotide
homology
ensure
selection
most
effective
strains.
FTWs
seeded
grass,
both
known
robustness
high
capacity.
Physicochemical
analyses
revealed
reductions
concentrations,
including
cadmium
reduced
(to
0.0000
mg/L),
nickel
0.0016
chromium
0.0117
mg/L.
These
underscore
effectiveness
FTW
system
improving
quality.
Present
work
demonstrates
that
integration
zizanioides)
dactylon)
symbiotic
bacteria,
Stenotrophomonas
maltophilia,
FTWs,
is
viable
sustainable
method
remediation
metal-contaminated
water,
offering
practical
environmental
restoration
control.