Agropastoralis Scientia
Volume 2, Numéro 2, Pages 212-234
2026-05-07

Interactions Among Biological Remediation Agents For Pesticides In Agricultural Soils

Authors : Hugo Cruz Victor . Henrique Simionatto Henzo . Araujo Frias Yanca . Roberto Ribeiro Emanuella . Renato Matos Lopes Paulo .

Abstract

The intensive use of pesticides in modern agriculture, driven by increasing food demand, has caused significant ecosystem impacts and raised concerns regarding public health and environmental safety. This literature review examines the role of pesticides, such as herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, exploring both their benefits for agricultural production and their adverse consequences, including soil and water contamination, residue persistence, and negative effects on non-target organisms. Furthermore, it discusses environmental remediation methods, with emphasis on phytoremediation, a representative technique for reducing contamination in agricultural areas, and investigates complementary approaches, such as bioaugmentation, biostimulation, vermicomposting, and biosorption, to maximize decontamination efficacy. The relevance of this article lies in identifying sustainable management practices that help mitigate the environmental impacts of pesticides. By reviewing and synthesizing key pesticide residue remediation and control techniques, this study provides a valuable guide for researchers, farmers, and environmental managers seeking to minimize environmental contamination and promote safer, more sustainable agricultural practices. This review contributes to environmental literature by highlighting the importance of integrated solutions that balance agricultural productivity with environmental protection, proposing strategies that could be incorporated into pesticide management and regulatory policies.

Keywords

agrochemicals ; environmental resilience ; physiological mechanisms ; sustainable agriculture