Superabsorbent polymer hydrogels for sustainable agriculture: a review

• Main Authors: Oladosu, Yusuff, Rafii, Mohd Yusop, Arolu, Fatai, Chukwu, Samuel Chibuike, Salisu, Monsuru Adekunle, Fagbohun, Ifeoluwa Kayode, Muftaudeen, Taoheed Kolawole, Swaray, Senesie, Haliru, Bello Sani
• Format: Article
• Published: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute 2022
• Online Access: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/103358/; https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/8/7/605
• Institution: Universiti Putra Malaysia

Water management is rapidly becoming one of the most pressing issues facing all countries in semi-arid and arid parts of the world. Global water consumption is predicted to increase by 50% in 2030, resulting in an acute water shortage. Presently, the agricultural sector consumes more than 70% of fre...