Comprehensive insights into pesticide residue dynamics: unraveling impact and management

• Published in: Chemical and biological technologies in agriculture 2024-12, Vol.11 (1), p.182-182, Article 182
• Main Authors: Kariyanna, B., Senthil-Nathan, Sengottayan, Vasantha-Srinivasan, Prabhakaran, Subba Reddy, B. V., Krishnaiah, A., Meenakshi, N. H., Han, Yeon Soo, Karthi, Sengodan, Chakravarthy, A. K., Park, Ki Beom
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Agricultural production; agricultural productivity; Agriculture; Agrochemicals; Biomedical and Life Sciences; Bioremediation; Chemical pest control; Determinants; Environmental health; Food; Food contamination; Food quality; Food security; Food sources; Harvesting; Health risk assessment; Health risks; Human health; International trade; Life Sciences; Molecular targets; Organic Chemistry; Organic farming; Outbreaks; Pest outbreaks; Pesticide residues; Pesticides; Pests; Plant Biochemistry; Plant Physiology; pollutants; Product safety; Residues; Review; Safety management; Soil Science & Conservation; Sustainable agriculture; Sustainable practices
• ISSN: 2196-5641; 2196-5641
• DOI: 10.1186/s40538-024-00708-4

The imperative use of pesticides for enhancing agricultural productivity has become inevitable. Unfortunately, the unregulated and indiscriminate application of these pesticides extends beyond the intended target areas, with residues persisting for months to even years. This lack of precision and information has triggered widespread pest outbreaks, posing significant health risks to both humans and other organisms due to pesticide residues in food. The presence of even trace amounts of these residues has emerged as a major impediment to international trade in food commodities. To address these challenges and align with sustainable practices, the article highlights the urgent need for controlled pesticide techniques, including organic farming, safe harvest indices, and bioremediation, which are crucial aspects of mitigating admixed micropollutants in the environment. The discussion covers the impact of pesticides on food quality, effective residue management, and the vital role of regulatory bodies. Drawing from diverse sources, the work seeks to provide a concise yet comprehensive overview and solutions to the challenges of pesticide management. Graphical abstract Highlights Highlights unintended consequences of unregulated pesticide use and health risks. Pesticide residues impede trade and compromise agricultural product safety. Persistent residues cause pest outbreaks, threatening human and environmental health. Advocates organic practices, safe harvest indices, and bioremediation for mitigation. Tackles pesticide challenges to safeguard food security and promote sustainability.