ABSTRACT
Over the last few decades, the use of nanoparticles and nanomaterials for developing novel crop protection products has become a scientific and technological standard worldwide. In agroforestry, the application of nanotechnology is considered vital for the production of value-added forest materials, like smart nano-packaging, paper, coating material, building construction, and others. Nanotechnology also finds applications in the management of soil fertility and water quality. Nanotechnology has shown competence in remediating contaminated soils and in enhancing the bioavailability of useful nutrients for plant growth and yield. The role of nanotechnology in the development of biopesticides has also emerged as a promising solution for insect pest control. Nano-biopesticides in the form of biologically derived active compounds integrated with nanoparticles have applications in the management of insect pests in agriculture and forestry. In this chapter, the latest developments in the application of nanotechnology for the protection of agricultural crops, enhancing their fertility, and forest products are discussed.
