Hydrophobic Nanostructured Coatings of Colloidal Lignin Particles Reduce Nutrient Leaching and Enhance Wheat Agronomic Performance and Nutritional Quality.

Traditional farming practices are increasingly being replaced with more sustainable approaches, including the development of slow-release fertilizers (SRFs), to mitigate environmental stress and ensure food security for the ever-growing global population. Despite the rising focus on eco-friendly materials like biopolymers for fertilizer coatings, optimizing their hydrophobicity remains a significant challenge. In this context, nanotechnology offers a promising route toward achieving hydrophobicity and sustainability.