Rugang Xu , Zhonghui He

Modern Agricultural Research Center, Cuixi Academy of Biotechnology, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Field Crop, 2024, Vol. 7, No. 6   
Received: 20 Oct., 2024    Accepted: 25 Nov., 2024    Published: 15 Dec., 2024

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This study explores the impact of pre- and post-harvest agricultural practices on wheat food safety, focusing on pesticide residues, heavy metal contamination from fertilizers, irrigation water quality, and fungal mycotoxins. A detailed case study highlights pesticide residue levels in a high-production region, analyzing contributing factors, detection methods, and mitigation strategies. Additionally, the role of sustainable approaches such as precision agriculture, biofertilizers, biopesticides, and genetic improvements in enhancing food safety is discussed. Regulatory frameworks and global standards are examined to evaluate existing policies and their effectiveness. The findings underscore the need for balancing productivity with safety, addressing challenges such as climate change, and adopting emerging technologies for contaminant detection and management. This study emphasizes practical recommendations and future research priorities to ensure safer wheat production practices and safeguard public health.

Wheat food safety; Agricultural practices; Pesticide residues; Heavy metals; Sustainable solutions