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Deepak Fertilisers CMD SC Mehta Calls for Rethinking Fertiliser Use in India
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What Happened?
SC Mehta, CMD of Deepak Fertilisers, emphasized the need for balanced and crop-specific fertiliser use at the Kisan Tak Bharat Agriculture Conference, citing declining productivity and rising subsidy costs.
Key points
- Mehta called for treating fertilisers like medicines for the soil.
- He highlighted declining returns from fertiliser use and lower crop productivity.
- The relationship between fertiliser consumption and crop yields has weakened over decades.
- Mehta suggested direct subsidy transfers to farmers for better nutrient choices.
- The company developed crop-specific fertilisers that improved yields and quality.
Key insights
- Improving fertiliser application practices may lead to better crop yields.
- Direct subsidy transfers could empower farmers to make informed decisions.
- Crop-specific fertilisers can enhance both yield and quality of produce.
Why it matters
The shift to balanced fertiliser use could enhance soil health and improve farmers' incomes.
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Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Ltd· CompanySC Mehta· PersonIndia· CountryNew Delhi· City
Source
India Today
