In this paper, research was conducted to identify the main research areas while evaluating alternatives to agricultural plastics to promote more sustainable food production based on the circular economy. A bibliometric analysis was carried out in this study, where a sample of 2043 papers was analyzed. Results from the analyses reveal the growing interest of the scientific community in this field of research while establishing the need for investing in biopolymers that can replace plastic in cultivation techniques and packaging, which are the main contributors to microplastic pollutants. Microorganisms that synthesise bioplastics and biodegradable plastics are seen as feasible alternatives that, despite their drawbacks, have the potential to reduce the environmental burden of traditional plastics, thereby contributing to improving their life cycle. The implementation of the alternatives that stand out in this research can help to enhance the accomplishment of current and future environmental objectives and strategies furthered by the EU.
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