Abstract

The use of surfactants in agriculture has been exponentially increasing in the efforts to alleviate the damaging effects of soil water repellency and improve the efficiency of water infiltration and uniform distribution. This material classes of non-ionic, Alkyl Block Polymers (ABP) and Polyoxyethylene Polymers (PoAP) have immense roles in improving the wettability of the soil while ameliorating the drought stresses resulting from SWR. Nevertheless, their effectiveness and environmental impact are closely linked to factors such as the nature of the soil, the level of organic matter content, and the chemical properties of the surfactants. Further, the present short communication discusses the varied efficacy levels of these surfactants, their environmental implications, and the need for a tailor-made application in sustainable agriculture.