Abstract
The potential uses of nanotechnology in agricultural and horticultural production are significant. There is potentially greater production with lower inputs; however, an understanding of the risks related to plant and soil fauna health is currently lacking. Understandably, this causes great concern among researchers. Recent literature related to the interaction of nanoparticles with both plant growth and soil fauna has shown impacts from the use of nanoparticles. Before expanding or commercializing the use of nanoparticles agrochemicals, it is critical to consider potential negative impacts related to plant growth and the soil ecosystem. This chapter reviews currently recognized negative impacts of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on plant growth and rhizosphere microbes. The effects of AgNPs on crop plants vary with plant species, plant age, plant health, growth stage, rate, and duration of AgNPs exposure along with other factors.
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