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Indian Farmers Fertilizers Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has introduced the world's first Nano Urea, an innovative solution for reducing environmental pollution and soil health.
About the News
What is nanotechnology?
How can nano-technology be applied to the field of agriculture?
Benefits of Nano-technology in Agriculture
Challenges in use of nanotechnology in agriculture
Conclusion
The opportunity for application of nanotechnology in agriculture is prodigious. Research on the applications of nanotechnology in agriculture is less than a decade old. Nevertheless, as conventional farming practices become increasingly inadequate, and needs have exceeded the carrying capacity of the terrestrial ecosystem, we have little option but to explore nanotechnology in all sectors of agriculture.
Question: Discuss the various applications of nanotechnology in agriculture. What are the potential benefits and concerns related to it?
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