Issue 7, 2024

Glyphosate: a review on its widespread prevalence and occurrence across various systems

Abstract

Glyphosate (GLY), a versatile herbicide with several applications, has become quite popular for controlling weed growth in residential, commercial, and agricultural settings. Its widespread acceptance has been facilitated by its effectiveness and low cost. However, overuse and improper application of GLY have become an urgent concern, raising questions about potential harm to human health and environmental sustainability. Studies have revealed that GLY exhibits toxic properties that can lead to detrimental consequences for human well-being. These include the potential to induce cancer, contribute to birth defects, and disrupt reproductive functions. Moreover, when exposed to non-target organisms, GLY has been found to inflict adverse impacts on various forms of aquatic life, insects, and essential soil microorganisms. Because of its great solubility and low quantities in soil and water, GLY detection is a difficult process. In response to the concerns surrounding GLY, several detection techniques have been devised, encompassing chromatography, immunoassays, and mass spectrometry. These methods play a crucial role in investigating the ramifications associated with GLY application in agriculture and the environment. The study also emphasizes the need for continued research to fully understand the long-term effects of GLY exposure on human health and the environment.

Graphical abstract: Glyphosate: a review on its widespread prevalence and occurrence across various systems

Article information

Article type
Critical Review
Submitted
19 mar 2024
Accepted
24 mai 2024
First published
25 mai 2024
This article is Open Access
Creative Commons BY-NC license

Environ. Sci.: Adv., 2024,3, 1030-1038

Glyphosate: a review on its widespread prevalence and occurrence across various systems

M. Ahuja, L. Kumar, K. Kumar, V. M. Shingatgeri and S. Kumar, Environ. Sci.: Adv., 2024, 3, 1030 DOI: 10.1039/D4VA00085D

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