Dilip Sanghani Inaugurates IFFCO-Nanoventions Innovation Hub in Coimbatore

In a move that will go a long way in improving research and development in the field of agriculture, Dilip Sanghani inaugurated the state-of-the-art IFFCO-Nanoventions Innovation Hub at the IFFCO-Nanoventions (IFFCO-NVPL) Research Centre in Coimbatore.

Sanghani is the Chairman of the National Cooperative Union of India (NCUI), Gujarat State Cooperative Marketing Federation Limited (GUJCOMASOL), and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO).

During the course of his visit, Sanghani reviewed ongoing research and development activities at the centre and he followed it up with interactions with scientists and research teams. Expressing his appreciation for the innovative work and scientific excellence that was displayed by IFFCO-Nanoventions, Sanshani said that such initiatives would play an important role in building agricultural practices that would be both sustainable and resilient in the future.

IFFCO-Nanoventions has developed a new product, DharAmrut Gold, a silicon-based natural fertiliser. This has been developed to improve soil structure, enhance moisture retention, and increase crop tolerance droughts and high temperatures. Sanghani was briefed on this new product by the IFFCO-Nanoventions centre.

The “Prosperity through Cooperation” vision of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah was highlighted by Sanghani, who also emphasised the need to reduce excessive dependence on chemical fertilisers.

Sanghani appealed to officials and scientists to promote IFFCO Nano Fertilisers and products like DharAmrut Gold as effective alternatives that support soil health, environmental protection, and sustainable farming practices.

He further impressed upon IFFCO-Nanoventions officials to accelerate research efforts and held discussions with IFFCO’s state marketing managers. He also encouraged them to make sure of the availability of high-quality, nutrient-efficient products for farmers, while stressing that such initiatives are imperative to improve crop productivity and enhance farmers’ incomes.

The event was attended by K.J. Patel, Managing Director, IFFCO; Birinder Singh, Director (CRS), IFFCO; Dr. A. Lakshmanan, Managing Director, IFFCO-Nanoventions; P.K. Singh, Head, IFFCO Kalol Nano Plant; State Marketing Managers; Directors; and senior officials from the IFFCO Headquarters.

Ultimately, the visit reaffirmed IFFCO’s commitment to innovation, agricultural research, and the promotion of sustainable farming through the cooperative movement.