The Government of India is actively promoting the use of Nano Fertilizers across the country to enhance fertilizer use efficiency, encourage balanced nutrient application and strengthen self-reliance in the fertilizer sector. A multi-pronged strategy involving farmer awareness, technological interventions, institutional partnerships and State-level incentive programmes has been put in place to accelerate the adoption of nano fertilizers among farmers.

To create awareness about the benefits of nano fertilizers, the Government is undertaking extensive outreach activities across the country, including awareness camps, webinars, field demonstrations, Kisan Sammelans and dissemination of educational films in regional languages. Nano Urea and Nano DAP are also being made available to farmers through Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samriddhi Kendras (PMKSKs) by the concerned fertilizer companies, ensuring wider accessibility.

To facilitate efficient application of nano fertilizers through foliar spraying, utilization of Nano fertilizers, like Nano Urea and Nano DAP, through foliar application, initiatives such as innovative spraying options like 'Kisan Drones' and distribution of battery operated sprayers at retail points are undertaken. For this purpose, pilot training and custom hiring spraying services through Village Level Entrepreneurs are actively promoted.

Several State Governments have also introduced initiatives to promote the adoption of nano fertilizers. The Government of Gujarat provides a 50% subsidy on nano fertilizers under a special support initiative, while the Government of Rajasthan provides a 50% subsidy on spraying costs for nano fertilizers. The Government of Uttarakhand has mandated the use of nano fertilizers in demonstrations conducted under Centrally Sponsored Schemes such as ATMA, National Food Security Mission (NFSM) and Soil Health & Fertility, as well as under the Chief Minister's State Development Scheme and the State Millet Policy. The Government of Odisha is extending financial assistance for the use of nano fertilizers under various State schemes during 2026-27.

Measures undertaken by the Nano Fertilizer Manufacturers:

• Nano Fertilizer Manufacturers have undertaken extensive awareness and promotional activities to encourage the adoption of nano fertilizers across major agricultural states. These include farmer meetings, crop seminars, field demonstrations, field days, and institutional trials to educate farmers on product usage, nutrient efficiency, cost benefits, and crop performance.
• The Nano Fertilizer Manufacturers have also partnered with ICAR institutes, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), State Agricultural Universities, and State Agriculture Departments to conduct research, field trials, and training programmes for extension workers, retailers, and other stakeholders to promote the correct use of Nano fertilizers.
• To further increase awareness, companies have used television campaigns, Kisan Melas, agricultural exhibitions, wall paintings, hoardings, dealer displays, mobile campaigns, printed literature, and digital platforms such as YouTube and Facebook. Special outreach programmes, including Kisan Goshthis, Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra activities, and village-level campaigns, have also been organized.
• Manufacturers such as IFFCO and Coromandel International Limited (CIL) have informed that farmer feedback has been collected through interactions and testimonials. According to the companies, farmers have generally reported positive experiences with nano fertilizers and have shown willingness to continue using them.

This information was provided by Smt. Anupriya Patel, Minister of State in the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha today.

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