Topic
fertilisers
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Reporting from earlier editions of The Agrotech Daily. Figures, prices and policies may have changed since.
- Inputs & crop science, IndiaExpectations of expansion in crop area; surge in sales of fertilisersIndustry bodies and analysts expect fertiliser sales to rise about 10% this year on good rains, a larger rabi area and ample supply, with IFFCO holding DAP prices.
- Inputs & crop science, GlobalTips for maximizing crop yields, including the best fertilizer and irrigation techniquesWays to raise crop yields: choosing irrigation methods, testing soil and matching fertilisers and how they are applied, rotating crops, integrated pest management and precision agriculture.
- Inputs & crop science, MaharashtraWith the onset of kharif season, Dadasaheb Bhuse requested 44.50 lakh MT fertilisers from CentreMaharashtra agriculture minister Dadasaheb Bhuse has asked the Centre to allocate 44.50 lakh tonnes of fertiliser for the kharif season, after irregular supply last year.
- Soil, water & climate, Global4 ways to improve soils without boring fertilisersA gardener's guide to improving soil by adding organic matter and compost, using slow-release fertiliser sparingly, timing nutrients and avoiding humus-free soil mixes.
- Soil, water & climate, GlobalPrecision nutrient management and soil healthPrecision nutrient management uses soil mapping, sensors, remote sensing and precision applicators to put fertiliser where crops need it, cutting costs, leaching and emissions.
- Inputs & crop science, IndiaNational Fertilizers Limited (NFL) noted steep growth in the sale of non-urea fertilisersNational Fertilizers Limited reported sharp growth in sales of non-urea fertilisers from April to October 2020, led by bentonite sulphur and single super phosphate.
- Inputs & crop science, GlobalWhat amount of fertiliser is best?Fertilisers supply nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium for higher yields, but overuse causes algae blooms, fertiliser burn, lawn diseases and excess growth that delays flowering.
- Policy & trade, IndiaBy 2025 Indian chemical sector would grow to $300 billion, says GowdaChemicals and Fertilisers Minister DV Sadananda Gowda said policy changes to attract foreign investors could grow the chemical industry from $165 billion to $300 billion.