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Agriculture
Rs 4.5 crore bio‑fertilizer laboratory inaugurated in Mohali
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 14 Oct 2026, 02:16 AM
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A new bio‑fertilizer laboratory worth Rs 4.5 crore was officially opened in Mohali, Punjab.
The state government inaugurated a bio‑fertilizer laboratory in Mohali, Punjab, with an investment of Rs 4.5 crore. The facility is designed to develop and produce organic fertilizers for use by local farmers. Officials highlighted the lab’s role in promoting sustainable agriculture and reducing dependence on chemical inputs.
The laboratory’s establishment aligns with broader efforts to boost the region’s agricultural productivity through eco‑friendly technologies. By providing locally manufactured bio‑fertilizers, the centre aims to lower costs for growers and improve soil health.
Stakeholders expect the lab to become a hub for research and training, fostering innovation in organic farming practices across Punjab. Continued support and funding are anticipated to expand its capacity in the coming years.
The laboratory’s establishment aligns with broader efforts to boost the region’s agricultural productivity through eco‑friendly technologies. By providing locally manufactured bio‑fertilizers, the centre aims to lower costs for growers and improve soil health.
Stakeholders expect the lab to become a hub for research and training, fostering innovation in organic farming practices across Punjab. Continued support and funding are anticipated to expand its capacity in the coming years.