article · Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology
Agricultural expansion and intensification have generated critical challenges for aquatic environments across the globe. Increased reliance on fertilisers and pesticides degrades water quality across groundwater, rivers, lakes, and marine habitats, while disrupting aquatic fauna and broader ecosystem functions. Furthermore, large-scale irrigation systems necessary for food security often trigger severe land and water salinisation issues. Addressing these environmental stresses requires a transition towards sustainable chemical application and organic farming techniques. Implementing ecologically based agricultural management practices offers a pathway to lessen off-site degradation and improve sustainability amidst global changes. Ultimately, effectively resolving these pressing water quality and quantity issues demands a combination of integrated water resource management, advanced farming practices, and rigorous regulatory oversight.
Farming is essential for feeding growing populations, yet unmanaged agricultural runoff and poor irrigation degrade critical freshwater and marine habitats. Recognising how farming practices impact water quality helps environmental managers, farmers, and policymakers introduce targeted conservation methods that safeguard aquatic biodiversity and preserve vital water resources for future generations.
The abstract highlights the need for advanced farming practices, organic agricultural inputs, and integrated water resource management approaches to reduce chemical runoff and salinity. Potential adopters include commercial farm operators, irrigation system managers, and environmental regulators. However, as this publication is a broad mini-review rather than a test of a specific commercial product, technology readiness remains conceptual and early-stage.
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This mini-review delves into the intricate interplay between agricultural practices and aquatic environments, highlighting the global imperative to enhance water quality. Drawing insights from diverse sources, it underscores the complex web linking water management and agriculture with the health of aquatic ecosystems. The expansion and intensification of agriculture have led to widespread fertilizer and pesticide use, impacting the water quality of groundwater, rivers, lakes, and marine habitats. Large-scale irrigation systems, while vital for food security, have inadvertently contributed to land and water salinity issues. As agricultural activities intensify, they often alter aquatic ecosystems, affecting aquatic fauna and overall ecosystem functioning. The sustainable use of chemicals and organic farming practices is paramount in mitigating environmental and ecological impacts. In the context of global changes, the adoption of ecologically based agricultural management strategies holds promise for enhancing sustainability and reducing off-site consequences. The mini-review emphasizes that integrated water resource management, advanced agricultural practices, and rigorous regulation are essential for tackling critical water quality and quantity challenges linked to agriculture.
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DOI: 10.12912/27197050/175652
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