Imported chemical fertilisers being supplied to different districts

KATHMANDU: Chemical fertilisers (Urea) procured by Krishi Samagri Company through global bidding are being supplied to different districts. A total of 5,000 metric tonnes of chemical fertilisers imported to the country are being supplied to different districts. Altogether 100,000 sacks of chemical fertilisers were imported to Birgunj in two phases. Information Officer at Krishi Samagri Company Province Office Birgunj, Alok Kumar, informed that chemical fertilisers are being sent to different districts as per the need. "Remaining quantity of chemical fertiliser will be imported. The remaining 12,000 metric tonnes of fertilisers will be transported to the country (Birgunj) through Sirsiya dry port," he added. The office has been supplying chemical fertilisers in 16 districts including Kathmandu, Kavrepalanchok, Dhading, Makawanpur, Sindhuli, Chitwan, Tanahun, Parbat, Nuwakot, Kaski and districts in Madhes Province. The fertilisers will be distributed to the farmers through the offices of Krishi Samagri Company in different districts. The government had entrusted the Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises with the responsibility for importing 30,000 metric tonnes of chemical fertilisers that was purchased from Oman through global bidding. READ ALSO:

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