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Opening of Strait of Hormuz welcome move: NSA Doval at BRICS conclave
The opening of the Strait is a very welcome development. It will remove supply chain bottlenecks and (address) shortages in sectors like fertilisers and chemicals, says Ajit Doval
Short-term effects of bone meal powder on soil phosphorus availability, seed germination, and early growth parameters of Malabar Spinach (Basella alba)
There is a growing need to find alternatives to chemical fertilizers, particularly for Phosphorus supply. Chemical fertilizers contribute to environmental problems and natural phosphate resources are depleting. The main objective of the study was to examine t…
German - Based HAS to Invest Nearly EUR1 Million in Nano - Agriculture Solutions for Indian Farmers Amid Fertiliser Concerns
India races to secure fertilisers as crucial sowing season approaches amid war disruptions
India is seeking to boost its fertiliser reserves for the upcoming kharif sowing season by floating tenders for 1.7 million tonnes of urea to counter global supply chain issues. These disruptions stem from ongoing conflicts in West Asia, impacting natural gas…
Arrangements to procure oil , fertilisers in place , says govt
Elevated energy prices to weigh on near-term credit conditions of Indian cos: Moody's
Indian companies face near-term credit challenges due to high energy prices. Geopolitical risks and trade developments also shape the corporate landscape. While some sectors like capital goods and defence show strength, others like aviation and fertilisers fa…
Adequate availability of fertilisers for upcoming Kharif sowing season: Govt
India is set for a robust Kharif season with ample fertilizer supplies. Domestic production and imports have ensured comfortable stock levels. Over 200 lakh tonne of fertilizers are currently available, exceeding 50 percent of the projected demand. This proac…
Adequate availability of fertilisers for upcoming Kharif sowing season: Government
As against the assessment of 390.54 lakh tonne for Kharif season this year, the stock as on date is 200.12 lakh tonne, the secretary said
Green Ammonia Production Industry Report 2026: Growth Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts 2025-2033 Featuring ACME Group, BASF, and Yara International
The green ammonia market is expanding due to the transition to low-carbon production routes for fertilizers, energy storage, and maritime fuels. Key opportunities lie in the high growth of e-fuels, mainly in shipping and energy sectors; and emerging technolog…
Industry body urges UP, Maharashtra to reconsider recent directives to ban non-subsidised fertilizers
FAI urges UP and Maharashtra to lift the non-subsidised fertilizer ban, warning it could harm farmers and crop nutrition.
Fertilisers not easily available in international market, pushes for organic farming: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted global fertilizer procurement difficulties. He urged states and farmers to embrace organic farming for soil health. The government is committed to subsidies and plans new bills for quality pesticide…
Chandigarh University Biotechnology Scientists Faculty Secure Rs 1.16 Crore Government Grants from ICMR and ANRF for Mustard Yield and Diabetic Kidney Disease Research
Chandigarh University Scientist to Boost Mustard Productivity through Microbe-Based Research with Rs 60 Lakh PM-ECRG Grant from Anusandhan National Research Foundation; Reduce Dependence on Fertilizers, Give Fillip to Oilseed Production
IBA calls for 10 pc fermented organic manure blending with fertilizers to save $2 bn imports
The Indian Biogas Association proposes a 10% mandatory blending of fermented organic manure with chemical fertilizers by 2030, aiming to save USD 2 billion annually in imports. This initiative, detailed in a white paper, seeks to restore soil health and promo…
Govt floats mega fertiliser tender, seeks 85 MT of nutrient imports to bolster reserves ahead of main planting season
India has floated a global tender to import 50 million tonnes of NPK fertilisers and 35 million tonnes of ammonium sulphate to strengthen nutrient reserves ahead of the June sowing season.
India needs to reduce the strategic importance of fertilisers through a bold agricultural policy
Global events like the West Asia conflict and El Nino threaten governments. Rising fertilizer prices create a fiscal and political crisis for India. The nation faces a future scarcity fear, leading to panic buying. Bold agricultural policy is needed to reduce…