Amaravati (prajaamaravati);
*Use of Nano Fertilizers is Vital to Ensure Fertile Lands for Future Generations— Dilli Rao, IAS, Director of Agriculture 
* Further Informed in the meeting as ---
* The use of nano fertilizers is an essential and unavoidable necessity.
* Nano fertilizers are a strong and sustainable alternative to enhance crop yields, thereby contributing to the country’s food and nutritional security.
* They significantly improve nutrient use efficiency.
* Unlike chemical fertilizers, nano fertilizers do not dissolve excessively in water, leach into the soil, or get drain away into neighbouring fields.
* The extra nutrient micro and nano elements in these fertilizers enrich the soil and benefit crop growth.
* Using nano fertilizers is crucial for protecting the environment.
* The Government of Andhra Pradesh has released ₹12,500 crore on fertilizer subsidies last year alone.
*State-Level Nano Workshop on Emerging Nanotechnology in Agriculture Input Sector*
Today in Vijayawada, a workshop was held for district agricultural officers across the state, organized by Coromandel International Limited, on the topic:
"Emerging Nanotechnologies in the Agricultural Inputs Sector."
The workshop was attended as Chief Guest by Dilli Rao, IAS, Director of Agriculture.
Dr. Sharada Jayalakshmi Devi, Vice Chancellor of Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, and Dr. P.V. Satyanarayana, Director of Research, participated as Guests of Honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Dilli Rao stated:
India still heavily depends on foreign countries for raw materials like phosphorus, potash, and sulfur, essential for fertilizer production.
Frequent geopolitical tensions in western nations cause fluctuations in global trade and increase dollar value, which in turn hikes India's foreign exchange expenditure.
In the last four years, fertilizer subsidy costs have risen from ₹95,000 crore (post-COVID) to ₹1,70,000 crore.
He emphasized the need to rebuild soil health by increasing organic matter and reducing excessive chemical fertilizer usage. The declining organic content in soils and overuse of chemicals are damaging the physical condition of soils.
He urged farmers to gradually reduce the recommended chemical fertilizers to an extent of 25 percent and adopt nano fertilizers in that place , which will help preserve soil fertility for future generations.
He added that the State meets ₹12,500 crore annually on fertilizer subsidies and that agricultural officers must create strong awareness among farmers about nano technologies.
Last year, 3.5 lakh nano fertilizer bottle units were used in the state. This year, a target of 21 lakh nano fertilizer bottles has been set.
In the current situation of fertilizer shortages, nano fertilizers are a critical solution that farmers should recognize and adopt.
Vice Chancellor Dr. Sharada Jayalakshmi stated that more awareness and publicity should be given to the available nano technologies, and industries must plan accordingly.
She emphasized the need for long-term trials on nano usage and research into their residual impact on soil and the environment.
Dr. P.V. Satyanarayana, Director of Research, called for the dissemination of the past three years’ field trial data and research findings to promote the new technologies.
He assured that ANGRAU is ready to collaborate with industries for future trials.
Company representatives Dr. Subramanyam, Dr. Roshan Mammen, and G.V. Subba Reddy responded to questions on nano technologies.
The event was also attended by:
Additional Director of Agriculture Smt. VV Vijayalakshmi
Joint Director (Fertilizers) Krupadas
Deputy Director G. Venkateswara Rao, and other officials.
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