MoU signed between ICAR-NRRI and IFFCO at ICAR-NRRI, Cuttack
A memorandum of understanding was signed between ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (NRRI) and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) at ICAR-NRRI, Cuttack on 04.01.2023 for evaluation of Nano- DAP with respect to P and N nutrition and yield of rice through contract research project. Dr Amaresh Kumar Nayak Director ICAR-NRRI and Mr S.K. Chatterjee, State Marketing manager, IFFCO Ltd signed the MOU on behalf of ICAR-NRRI and IFFCO Ltd, respectively. Nano-DAP, is the second nano technology based fertilizer material after nano- Urea which is going to be released by IFFCO. The proposed trials at ICAR-NRRI will help devising nano-DAP based fertilizer recommendation for rice. Acknowledging the contribution of the institute towards promotion of sustainable rice farming through cutting edge innovative technology, Mr S.K. Chatterjee, State Marketing manager, IFFCO Ltd expressed his willingness towards a long term collaboration between IFFCO Ltd and ICAR-NRRI.
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