Review Paper:
Plant Biodiversity
and Nano-Herbal Applications: Enhancing Sustainability in Agriculture and Veterinary
Medicine
S.S. Sravanthi Pammi
International Journal of Agricultural Sciences and
Veterinary Medicine;
Vol. 13(1); 9-19;
doi: https://doi.org/10.25303/1301ijasvm09019; (2025)
Abstract
Plant biodiversity underpins the resilience and sustainability of agricultural and
veterinary systems by providing food, fodder, medicine and essential ecosystem services.
As global agriculture faces challenges from climate change, soil degradation and
livestock health issues, harnessing plant diversity emerges as a crucial strategy
for achieving sustainability. Diverse plant species contribute directly to crop
productivity, soil fertility and climate resilience while simultaneously ensuring
high-quality fodder and natural therapeutics for livestock. Phytochemicals derived
from medicinal plants serve as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic drugs, thereby
reducing antimicrobial resistance and supporting animal health.
Furthermore, ecosystem services provided by plant biodiversity including pollination,
carbon sequestration and water regulation strengthen agro-ecosystems and livestock
systems alike. This study reviews the central role of plant biodiversity in sustainable
agriculture and veterinary medicine, emphasizing its ecological, nutritional and
therapeutic significance. By integrating botanical knowledge into agro-veterinary
practices, biodiversity conservation can be aligned with productivity and animal
health, offering pathways toward resilient food systems and sustainable development.
