Government Updates Fertilizer Control Order To Add New Categories and Nano Fertilizers
The introduction of new fertilizer categories provides farmers with more options to address specific soil nutrient deficiencies. Inclusion of micronutrients like Zinc and Copper in nano form could potentially improve nutrient uptake by plants.
BIS Revises Standards for Antibacterial Soap, Bitumen Emulsion and Geosynthetics
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued revised certain standards for Antibacterial Soap, Bitumen Emulsion and Geosynthetics. These standards were established on April 9, 2024. The previous versions of these standards will be withdrawn from July 8, 2024.
Veterinary Council of India Announces Elections for New Members
The Veterinary Council of India (VCI) is holding elections to elect new members from registered veterinary practitioners. Only individuals registered in the Indian Veterinary Practitioners Register of the VCI can submit nominations. These individuals can send or deliver their nomination paper in Form-I. Alternatively, the eligible candidates have the option to submit their nomination papers online to the returning officer by e-mail.
New Nano Urea (Liquid) 16 Gets Government Approval
Nano Urea (liquid) 16 will be manufactured by Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) for 3 years. This product boasts a higher nitrogen content compared to previously available Nano Urea options.
Ortho Phosphoric Acid (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024
The amendment exempts Ortho Phosphoric Acid used as a raw material in fertilizer production from the quality control order for a period of 90 days from the notification date. Hence, Ortho Phosphoric Acid used in fertilizer production is exempted from this quality control order until July 12, 2024.
CAQM Steps Up Fight Against Paddy Stubble Burning
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in National Capital Region (NCR) and Adjoining Areas has issued a directive emphasizing stricter measures to control paddy stubble burning during the 2024 harvest season. The directive also urges the Government of NCT of Delhi and the state government of Rajasthan to make significant efforts towards eliminating paddy stubble burning during the upcoming season. All relevant states are required to submit monthly status reports on their actions taken based on the plan’s timelines and milestones.
Government Mandates Weekly Reporting of Stock of Pulses
The government is closely monitoring the import and release of Yellow Peas into the market to ensure its smooth integration and stabilization of overall pulse availability. States and UTs have been specifically directed to track stock levels of imported Yellow Peas alongside the five major pulses (Tur, Urad, Chana, Masur, and Moong).
Plant Quarantine Requirements For Common Ash and Butcher’s-Broom Revised
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has issued two Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Orders. The Orders bring Fraxinus excelsior, commonly known as Common Ash or European Ash and rhizomes for propagation of Ruscus aculeatus, commonly called butcher’s broom, within its ambit.
Special Conditions And Declarations For Import of Avocado From South Africa
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has issued the Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) (Third Amendment) Order, 2024. This order envisages the import of fruits for consumption of Persea americana (Avocado) from South Africa.
New Plant Quarantine Stations Notified
The Ministry of of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has issued two notifications establishing new Plant Quarantine Station (PQS) in Orissa and Gujarat. These new PQS seek to expedite the inspection and clearance process for plant imports in the regions.
