Neem-coated fertiliser helped reduce use of chemicals, raise crop yields: Gowda

Neem-coated fertiliser helped reduce use of chemicals, raise crop yields: Gowda

Fertiliser Minister D V Sadananda Gowda on Sunday said 100 per cent neem-coated urea, introduced in 2015-16, has helped reduce the use of chemicals and increase crop yields. It has also helped reduce the diversion of urea for non-agricultural purposes, he said in a tweet. “100 per cent neem-coated urea introduced in 2015-16 has helped … Read more

Govt mulls launching PLI scheme for chemical sector

Govt mulls launching PLI scheme for chemical sector

The government is considering launching a production linked incentive (PLI) scheme in the chemical sector to boost domestic manufacturing and exports. Addressing a webinar on ‘Implementation Strategy of Budget Announcement 2021-22′, Chemicals and Fertilisers Minister D V Sadananda Gowda on Friday said the government is working on a consultative approach in forming the policies for … Read more