Assessing the Risk, Bioavailability, and Phytoremediation of Heavy Metals in Agricultural Soils: Implications for Crop Safety and Human Health

Authors

  • Qudrat Ullah Department of Environmental Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab
  • Aqsa Department of Zoology, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab
  • Ayesha Ishaq School of Chemistry, University of the Punjab, Lahore
  • Ayesha Mumtaz Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab
  • Farzeen Fatima Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab
  • Saba Mehwish Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab
  • Aisha Ghaffar Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab
  • Ruqia Bibi Department of Botany, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ijaea.v3i2.10536

Keywords:

Heavy Metals, Bioavailability, Phytoremediation, Food Safety, Agriculture

Abstract

This review addresses heavy metal contamination in agricultural soils, focusing on bioavailability, toxicity, and phytoremediation techniques. We identify significant regional variations in cadmium and lead levels, posing health risks through crop consumption. Effective phytoremediation methods, such as phytoextraction and Phytostabilization, have shown marked improvements over recent years. Recommendations include best practices for soil management, stringent regulatory measures, and advanced research in biotechnological remediation methods. This study underscores the urgent need for integrated strategies to ensure food safety and sustainable agriculture in sector.

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2024-07-30

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Ullah, Q., Aqsa, Ishaq, A., Mumtaz, A., Fatima, F. ., Mehwish, S., Ghaffar, A., & Bibi, R. (2024). Assessing the Risk, Bioavailability, and Phytoremediation of Heavy Metals in Agricultural Soils: Implications for Crop Safety and Human Health. Indonesian Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Analytics, 3(2), 91–104. https://doi.org/10.55927/ijaea.v3i2.10536

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