Fertilisers

FERTILISERS NEWS

Governor warns of ‘explosion of cancer’ by usage of urea, cites UN figures

November 07, 2025 8:23 pm

Spotlight on usage of urea, DAP and pesticides in farming.

Chaos and clashes over fertiliser shortage in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena

September 16, 2025 7:21 am

Three people were wounded in clashes at distribution centres. There's adequate supply, says SDM

Punjab: Study shows how a smart combo of fertilisers can protect soil health

June 17, 2025 9:23 am

In states like Punjab, where overuse of fertilisers is common, the combined use of nano and conventional fertilisers offers a balanced, eco-friendly approach to crop nutrition.

Why the discovery of potash reserves in Punjab is significant

February 08, 2025 11:38 am

Potash mining could reduce India’s import dependence and bolster the domestic fertilizer industry. However, some concerns have been flagged. We explain.

Central Govt has underpriced DAP: Fertiliser industry

December 04, 2024 4:54 am

Fall in sales unlikely to hit crop yields, as farmers opt for complex fertilisers with less P content, say experts.

UP agri minister flags ‘less than 25% of fertiliser allotment in October’

October 20, 2024 3:36 am

Seeks Chouhan’s intervention, he says feedback coming from states are true

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September 28, 2024 9:43 am

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Govt approves Rs 24,475 cr subsidy on P&K fertilisers for rabi season

September 19, 2024 6:19 am

The Union Cabinet approved a proposal of the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilisers for fixing the NBS rates for the rabi season.

Explained: Argument for deregulating non-subsidised fertilisers

July 12, 2024 1:35 pm

With an unconducive environment for price decontrol of urea, DAP and other politically-sensitive nutrients, the focus may now be on expanding the market for non-subsidised fertiliser products through easing of registration requirements

In Interim Budget 2024, Sitharaman says use of Nano DAP to be expanded: What is this made-in-India fertiliser?

February 02, 2024 11:12 am

Compared to conventional di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), nano DAP has certain major benefits. We explain.

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