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INTEGRATION OF NANOTECHNOLOGY AND INDIGENOUS AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL KNOWLEDGE: A REVIEW

Magdalene Iredia Osakue, Joy Chinaza Aninwonye, Ginikanwa Patience Ezeaku, Tolulope Tosin Ajayi, Fatimoh Ikeoluwa Egbinola · 2025 · American International Journal of Agricultural Studies

Summary. African farmers traditionally use indigenous agricultural knowledge to manage pests and diseases sustainably and affordably. This review examines how combining indigenous practices with nanotechnology through green methods can improve pesticide production and distribution. The authors analyzed 46 studies and found that integrating traditional knowledge with nanotechnology offers an economical, environmentally friendly approach to crop protection while addressing concerns about toxicity and acceptance.

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Osakue, M. I., Aninwonye, J. C., Ezeaku, G. P., Ajayi, T. T., & Egbinola, F. I.. (2025). INTEGRATION OF NANOTECHNOLOGY AND INDIGENOUS AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL KNOWLEDGE: A REVIEW. American International Journal of Agricultural Studies. https://doi.org/10.46545/aijas.v10i1.355

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DOI
10.46545/aijas.v10i1.355
Countries
South Africa
Regions
Africa
Categories
agtech, indigenous-innovation, food-systems, general-innovation
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2026-09-01