This study aims to improve the understanding of, and provide insights into, the environmental fate of herbicides currently used in agriculture, which is addressed through the analysis of the quality of canal water used for irrigation and the agricultural soil in the immediate vicinity. The research was conducted in the main agricultural region of Serbia, characterized by intensive crop production in conventional agriculture. Monitoring was focused on the Danube–Tisza–Danube canal system, specifically the Bogojevo–Bečej section. The presence of 41 currently used herbicides was analyzed in 520 soil samples collected from two depths (0–30 cm and 30–60 cm), as well as in 100 canal water samples. Results showed a high frequency of clopyralid, 2,4-D-methyl ester, terbuthylazine, fenoxaprop-ethyl, and aclonifen, with the highest amountsbeingterbuthylazine and quizalofop-ethyl, which was possibly a consequence of their recent application shortly before sampling. Concentrations of herbicide residues at different depths were closely similar, without the impact of soil mechanical and chemical characteristics on herbicide levels. In canal water characterized as moderately salty and slightly alkaline, herbicide residues were far below the maximum allowable concentrations, suggesting that the canal water is suitable for aquatic life, irrigation, and other uses. The findings suggest that the appropriate use of herbicides in regions under intensive agriculture is important for reducing environmental contamination.

Microplastic and nanoplastic particles have gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential presence in various environmental matrices, including food. This bibliometric analysis aims to explore the scientific landscape surrounding the study of microplastic and nanoplastic particles in food, shedding light on key research trends, prominent authors, and notable journals in this field. To conduct this analysis, a comprehensive search was performed on scholarly databases, including Web of Science, PubMed, and Scopus, using relevant keywords such as “microplastic”, “nanoplastic”, “food”, and related terms. The analysis focused on peer-reviewed articles published between 2020 and 2023. The search found 313 articles on microplastic and nanoplastic particles in food, indicating a growing interest in this research area. The number of publications showed an upward trend, with the most productive year being 2020 (38% of papers), followed by 2023 and 2021 (23% each). In 2020, 16% of papers were published. Among the analyzed articles, 48% were original research papers, 46% were reviews, and the remaining 6% included book chapters, perspectives, and other publications. The analysis revealed that the most prolific authors in this field include researchers such as Jansen, M.A.K., Abbasi, S., and Banerjee, A., who have significantly contributed to the study of microplastics and nanoplastics in food. Additionally, several collaborations between different research institutions were observed, emphasizing the multidisciplinary nature of this research area. Furthermore, the analysis identified key journals publishing research on microplastics and nanoplastics in food, including Science of the Total Environment, the Journal of Hazardous Materials, and Environmental Pollution. The increasing number of publications on microplastic and nanoplastic particles in food indicates the growing awareness and concern regarding the potential risks associated with these contaminants. This bibliometric analysis provides insights into the scientific landscape of microplastic and nanoplastic particles in food. The analysis demonstrates the upward trajectory of research in this field, identifies influential authors, and highlights the significant role of specific journals. Continued research and collaboration are essential to further our understanding of the impacts of microplastics and nanoplastics on food safety and human health, facilitating the development of effective mitigation strategies.