Coromandel International Limited, an agri-solutions provider in India, has partnered with The Fertiliser Association of India (FAI) to establish the Coromandel Plant Nutrition Award.
The new initiative aims to honor outstanding contributions by scientists in the fields of plant nutrition and sustainable agriculture.
Award Ceremony at FAI Annual Seminar 2024
The award was presented during the Inaugural Ceremony of the FAI Annual Seminar 2024, held in Delhi.
Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers and Health and Family Welfare, chaired the ceremony.
The Recognition
The Coromandel Plant Nutrition Award was jointly awarded to Dr. Ch. Srinivasa Rao and Dr. Vinod Kumar Singh. Dr. Rao is the Director of ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management in Hyderabad. He is the Director of ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, also in Hyderabad.
Dr. Rao’s work has focused on key areas. These include climate change, soil carbon sequestration, rainwater management, and developing climate-resilient villages.
Dr. Singh’s research has focused on system agronomy. It also includes conservation agriculture, precision farming, and farming systems.
Recognition and Reward
The organizers honoured the joint winners with a memento, a certificate, and a cash reward of ₹10 lacs each.
An expert jury panel selected them from a pool of distinguished applicants. This recognition highlights their exceptional contributions to agricultural research, particularly in plant nutrition and integrated nutrient management.
Commitment to Agricultural Innovation
S. Sankarasubramanian, Managing Director and CEO of Coromandel International Limited said, “The Coromandel Plant Nutrition Award underscores our dedication to promoting research and development in plant nutrition, a crucial aspect of ensuring food security. By recognizing the achievements of Dr. Srinivasa Rao and Dr. Vinod Kumar Singh, we acknowledge their profound impact on the agricultural sector”.
A New Tradition
The inaugural edition of the award sets the stage for an annual tradition of recognizing ground-breaking achievements in agriculture.
The press release reaffirms Coromandel’s commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in agriculture. It highlights the company’s dedication to honouring scientific advancements in plant nutrition and fertilizer management.
