83-year-old FACT produces DAP for the first time; sends its first consignment to Tirunelveli
The Fertilizers And Chemicals Travancore (FACT) has begun producing Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) for the first time to help farmers cope with rising fertilizer costs. By offering the product at a significantly lower price than market rates, the company aims to stabilize supply for the upcoming paddy season.
Why it matters
This initiative provides essential economic relief to farmers facing supply chain disruptions and price volatility caused by geopolitical conflicts.
In its 83-year history, the FACT (Fertilizers And Chemicals Travancore), a Kochi-based Central public sector undertaking, has produced for the first time Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP), a much-needed basal fertilizer, and supplied its first batch to Tirunelveli district for the upcoming ‘kar’ paddy season.
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