Yogendra Kumar, Marketing Director of IFFCO, was recently honored with the 'Honorary Fellow Award' by the Indian Society of Dryland Agriculture (ISDA) for his outstanding efforts in promoting and marketing nano fertilizers, particularly in rain-fed and dryland farming. The award was presented to him on January 29, 2025, at ICAR-CRIDA in Hyderabad.
Dr. Himanshu Pathak, DG of ICAR; Dr. S. K. Chaudhari, DDG (Natural Resource Management); Dr. Stanford Blade, DG of ICRISAT; Dr. V. K. Singh, Director of ICAR-CRIDA; Dr. JVNS Prasad, Project Coordinator of AICRPDA and Secretary of ISDA; along with more than 750 delegates from various countries, farmers, NGO officials, and private sector representatives dealing with agricultural inputs, participated in the inaugural function.
This recognition underscores the pivotal role that innovative agricultural solutions, like nano fertilizers, play in shaping the future of farming, especially in regions challenged by water scarcity. Yogendra Kumar's work exemplifies how blending science with practical application can drive sustainable development in the agricultural sector.
His efforts not only benefit farmers but also contribute significantly to India's broader environmental goals, supporting the movement toward a more resilient and eco-conscious farming system. This honor highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the growing need for the agricultural sector to adopt cutting-edge technologies to address global challenges.
Yogendra Kumar’s extensive efforts, including conducting hundreds of awareness meetings across India, have helped revolutionize farming methods and support a greener, more sustainable future in agriculture.
