Microplastics in agriculture: Hidden soil contaminants, sustainability risks and policy pathways

Journal of Agriculture and Food Research 2026 Open access

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Authors: Munny Chinyo, Kalpana Bisht, Meniari Taku, Tony Manoj Nandipamu, Akash, Shubham Singh, Riya Mehrotra, Sampurna Nand Singh, Hritik Srivastava, Abdul Mazeed, Priyanka Tewary, Sandeep Kumar
DOI: 10.1016/j.jafr.2026.103089
Cited by: 1
References: 161

Abstract

Microplastics (MPs) are increasingly identified as a ‘hidden’ pollutant in agricultural soils, impacting sustainability and environmental resilience. Mulch films, irrigation systems and polymer-coated fertilizers have significantly improved agricultural systems, but because they are designed to persist longer, they pose ecological hazards and gradually break down into microplastics (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Microplastics and Plastic Pollution biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Recycling and Waste Management Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Agriculture and Food Research
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
29
Pages
103089–103089
Publication date
14 June 2026
Language
EN