Discussions were held on how nano-sulphur application will improve crop growth, enhance absorption of major plant nutrients

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai, Maharashtra signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Devdhar Chemicals, Pune, Maharashtra (Incubatee) for ’Evaluation of ICAR-CIRCOT Nano-sulphur as Fertilizer and Pesticide.’

Dr Sujata Saxena, Director, ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai and Ritika Devdhar, Joint MD, Devdhar Chemicals, Pune signed the MoU on the behalf of their respective organisations.

Dr Saxena briefed about the institute’s nanotechnology-related research and development activities. She emphasised that the nano-sulphur application will improve crop growth, enhance absorption of major plant nutrients, reduce fertiliser losses and result in increased crop yield. 

Devdhar stated that it is pertinent to act seriously and create awareness to reduce unscrupulous fertiliser application.

As per the MoU, the ICAR-CIRCOT will supply the Nano-Sulphur and Devdhar Chemicals will evaluate its efficiency in the different field crops (onion, groundnut, garlic and sunflower) and analyse its effects on the post-harvest quality parameters of the various crops.