Mitigation of salt effect using graphene oxide as additives in plantation†

Soil salinity threatens global food security, crippling agricultural productivity and demanding innovative solutions. On the other hand, mitigating salt stress using additives in the soil not only addresses the widespread issue of soil salinity but also opens the way for using ocean water in the cultivation process. This promising solution holds the potential to revolutionize agricultural practices and usher in a new era of sustainable and resilient food production. In this study, we explore the potential of graphene oxide (GO) as an additive to alleviate soil salinity. In a typical case study, we cultivated tomato plants in water containing 100 mM NaCl solution, with and without the presence of GO in the soil. These conditions were then compared against a control group. This study implies the feasibility of plantations in salty soil and the utilization of saltwater for the cultivation process.