Summary
This narrative review examines how agricultural waste and agro-industrial byproducts affect pesticide behaviour in soil as a strategy for minimising residual contamination. Given that agri-food waste represents over 30% of global agricultural output, the authors synthesise evidence on incorporating crop residues and food waste into soils to promote sustainable waste management within a circular economy framework, whilst addressing the environmental risks posed by persistent pesticide residues.
Regional applicability
The review's findings are applicable to United Kingdom agriculture, where pesticide use remains widespread and agricultural waste management is increasingly subject to circular economy policies. However, specific transferability will depend on whether the review examines temperate-climate soil conditions and UK-relevant waste streams; this cannot be confirmed from the abstract alone.
Key measures
Pesticide behaviour metrics in amended soils (likely including: persistence, sorption, mobility, biodegradation, metabolite formation, groundwater and surface water contamination risk)
Outcomes reported
This updated review synthesises evidence on how agricultural waste and agro-industrial byproducts influence pesticide behaviour, persistence, and mobility in soil. The paper examines mechanisms by which waste incorporation may reduce pesticide contamination and support circular economy approaches to soil management.
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