Government Amends Chemical Fertilizer Control Order, 2055 with New Standards
Summary
The Nepalese government has amended the Chemical Fertilizer Control Order to enforce new quality standards, including specifications for nano urea fertilizers, mandatory registration and licensing, quality testing at customs, and stricter packaging and labeling requirements to ensure safe and effective fertilizer use.
Key Points
- The government amended the 'Chemical Fertilizer (Control) Order, 2055' to enforce new quality standards for chemical fertilizers in Nepal.
- New technical specifications have been set for nano urea fertilizers, including nitrogen content and particle size limits.
- Import and sale of fertilizers not meeting prescribed standards are banned, and quality must be tested at customs with strict penalties for non-compliance.
- Packaging and labeling rules now require detailed information for farmers, and inspectors will conduct regular monitoring and quality control nationwide.
