MoU17 Jun 2024, 05:24 pm
ICAR-NBSS&LUP and Coromandel International Collaborate to Develop Soil Test-Based Nutrient Advisory for Maharashtra Farmers
AI Summary
The ICAR-National Bureau of Soil Survey & Land Use Planning (NBSS&LUP) and Coromandel International Limited have signed an MoU to enhance the dissemination of improved soil test-based crop nutrition management in Maharashtra, focusing on the Vidarbha and Marathwada regions. The partnership aims to use soil test-based datasets and best nutritional management solutions to improve soil health and crop productivity. The collaboration will also foster better coordination, research exchange, and support for the farming community.
Key Highlights
- ICAR-NBSS&LUP and Coromandel International sign MoU for soil test-based nutrient advisory in Maharashtra
- Collaboration aims to enhance dissemination of improved soil test-based crop nutrition management
- Focus on soil test-based datasets and best nutritional management solutions for better soil health and crop productivity
- Partnership to foster better coordination, research exchange, and support for farming community
- Site-specific nutrition demonstrations, farmers’ awareness programs, and Decision Support Systems (DSS) through mobile applications to be developed