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Agriculture
Meghalaya Government Removes Fertilizer Ban, Offers 50% Subsidy to Farmers
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 19 Jul 2026, 07:48 PM
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The Meghalaya state government has lifted its ban on the use of fertilizers and announced a 50% subsidy for farmers to support agricultural productivity.
The Meghalaya government has officially lifted its ban on the use of fertilizers, a move that is expected to boost agricultural output across the state.
In addition to lifting the ban, the administration will provide a 50% subsidy on the purchase of fertilizers, helping farmers reduce input costs.
The policy aims to improve crop yields and support the livelihoods of the state's agrarian community.
Farmers have welcomed the decision, citing increased access to essential inputs as a key factor in enhancing productivity.
In addition to lifting the ban, the administration will provide a 50% subsidy on the purchase of fertilizers, helping farmers reduce input costs.
The policy aims to improve crop yields and support the livelihoods of the state's agrarian community.
Farmers have welcomed the decision, citing increased access to essential inputs as a key factor in enhancing productivity.