Nano-bioinoculants: The Future of Smart Farming

The global agricultural landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the need to enhance productivity, ensure environmental sustainability, and support an ever-growing population. In this context, nanotechnology and microbial biotechnology have emerged as groundbreaking disciplines capable of reshaping modern farming systems. Their synergistic integration has given rise to an innovative and sustainable approachnano-bioinoculants, a next-generation tool designed to improve nutrient use efficiency, strengthen stress tolerance, support plant growth, and manage diseases in an eco-friendly manner. Nano-bioinoculants: The Future of Smart Farming brings together cutting-edge research, scientific insights, and practical applications in this rapidly evolving domain. The overwhelmingly positive response of 76 abstract submissions from India and abroad is a testament to the growing interest in this field, of which 15 high-quality articles have been carefully selected for this volume. Authored by distinguished researchers and academicians, the chapters explore essential themes, including the fundamentals of nanotechnology, nanoparticle classification, synthesis and characterization techniques, mechanisms of interaction between nanoparticles and microbial inoculants, and the formulation and application of nano-bioinoculants in agriculture. The book places strong emphasis on nanoparticle synthesis methods, nano–microbial interaction dynamics, and their role in promoting sustainable crop production. It provides readers with a holistic understanding of how nanotechnology can complement beneficial microorganisms to build smart, resilient, and climate-adaptive farming systems. This edited volume serves as a valuable reference for students, researchers, academicians, and professionals in agricultural microbiology, soil science, nanotechnology, biotechnology, and related fields. By showcasing advancements and highlighting future prospects, it aims to spark innovative thinking, strengthen scientific collaborations, and encourage continued research into the potential of nano-bioinoculants as a cornerstone technology for sustainable agriculture. We express our heartfelt gratitude to all contributing authors for their scholarly contributions and timely support. We also thank NIPA, New Delhi Publishers, our institutions, colleagues, and families for their encouragement throughout the preparation of this book. It is our sincere hope that this work will inspire new ideas and meaningful progress toward achieving smarter, greener, and more resilient agricultural systems.

• Publication date: 10 November 2025
• Page count: 190
• Dimensions: Height 229 mm; Width 152 mm
• Publisher: New India Publishing Agency
• Format: Hardback
• ISBN-13: 9789372197501