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Pesticides and herbicides
B S Choudri1, Yassine Charabi1, Noura Al-Nasiri1,2
1Center for Environmental Studies and Research, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman.
Summary
This review summarizes 2019 research on pesticides and herbicides, detailing their environmental presence and ecological risks. It covers toxicology, risk assessment, and management strategies for these agricultural chemicals.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Toxicology
- Ecotoxicology
Background:
- Pesticides and herbicides are widely used in agriculture, raising concerns about their environmental impact.
- Understanding the occurrence and effects of these chemicals is crucial for environmental protection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review scientific literature published in 2019 on pesticides and herbicides.
- To consolidate information on their environmental presence, toxicology, and ecological risk assessment.
- To outline current strategies, policies, and guidelines for managing these substances.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of scientific papers published in 2019.
- Categorization of studies into four main thematic sections.
- Focus on toxicology, ecological risk assessment, treatment strategies, policies, modeling, and guidelines.
Main Results:
- The review identifies key research trends in pesticide and herbicide environmental occurrence and impact from 2019.
- It highlights significant findings in the toxicology and ecological risk assessment of these compounds.
- Current management approaches, including policies and treatment strategies, are analyzed.
Conclusions:
- The 2019 literature underscores the persistent presence and potential risks of pesticides and herbicides in the environment.
- Effective management requires integrated strategies encompassing toxicology, risk assessment, and policy.
- Continued research and adherence to guidelines are essential for mitigating adverse environmental effects.
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