Nano bio-fungicides for disease management in oilseed crops: current status and future prospects

NANO BIO-FUNGICIDES IN OILSEEDS


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Authors

  • SURESH MADUGULA ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana
  • RESHMA SHAIK ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana
  • KSVP CHANDRIKA ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana
  • R D PRASAD ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana
  • A CHOWDAPPA ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana
  • T KIRTIKA ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030, Telangana

https://doi.org/10.56739/h794nx40

Keywords:

Biocontrol, Eco-friendly disease management, Green synthesis, Nano fungicides, Oilseeds

Abstract

Oilseeds constitute a significant component of India's agricultural economy, but fungal diseases pose substantial threats to productivity and quality. Conventional synthetic fungicides, while effective, face challenges including development of pathogen resistance, environmental persistence, and health concerns. Nanotechnology offers a paradigm shift in crop protection through nano bio-fungicides, which combine the benefits of nanoscale particles with bio-based active ingredients. This review examines the status and future scope of nano bio-fungicides for disease management in oilseed crops with special reference to India. The review also focuses on green synthesis methods, mechanistic insights into nano bio-fungicide action, efficacy of key nano formulations including silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) and chitosan-based nanoparticles against major oilseed pathogens, and the emerging regulatory framework in India. This comprehensive review provides a roadmap for advancing nano bio-fungicide technology toward sustainable and productive oilseed cultivation in India.

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2026-04-29

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2026-01-05

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Vol. 42 No. 3&4 (2025): Journal of Oilseeds Research

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SURESH MADUGULA, RESHMA SHAIK, KSVP CHANDRIKA, R D PRASAD, A CHOWDAPPA, & T KIRTIKA. (2026). Nano bio-fungicides for disease management in oilseed crops: current status and future prospects: NANO BIO-FUNGICIDES IN OILSEEDS. Journal of Oilseeds Research, 42(3&4), 207-215. https://doi.org/10.56739/h794nx40