Crops' response to the emergent air pollutants

Area of Science:

• Environmental Science
• Agricultural Science
• Plant Physiology

Background:

• Air pollution is a growing threat to global crop production due to rapid industrialization and urbanization.
• Elevated pollutant levels impact crop physiology, biology, yield, and quality, necessitating critical assessment.
• Air pollutants spread rapidly over extensive areas, posing a widespread risk to agriculture.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review and highlight research findings on the effects of air pollutants on crops.
• To discuss factors influencing crop and environmental responses to air pollutants.
• To identify research gaps and future directions for mitigating negative impacts.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of existing research on crop responses to air pollutants.
• Analysis of morphological, physiological, and biochemical changes in crops exposed to pollutants.
• Discussion of crop, soil, and environmental factors affecting pollutant impact.

Main Results:

• Air pollutants cause significant morphological, physiological, and biochemical alterations in crops.
• While some pollutants may offer minor benefits, most are detrimental to crop yield and quality.
• Crop and soil management strategies can help attenuate the adverse effects of air pollutants.

Conclusions:

• A comprehensive understanding of air pollutant uptake mechanisms and crop responses is crucial.
• Policy and program-level interventions are needed to minimize negative impacts on crop production.
• Further research is essential to develop effective mitigation strategies for air pollution effects on agriculture.