AhmedabadN.K. Proteins Pvt Ltd (Tirupati Edible Oils) announced that it will grow 20% of castor oil in Gujarat.,000 will help farmers by providing them with high quality seeds and organic fertilizers. The initiative aims to increase the yield and profitability of important crops like castor in various districts of Gujarat. NK by providing better inputs. Proteins is committed to empowering farmers and promoting sustainable farming practices.
As part of this initiative, farmers will get castor oil de-oiled cake (DOC) (Khol) and high-protein DOC., Which is a by-product of castor oil and can be used as an organic fertilizer. The company also plans to supply Liquid Fermented Organic Manure (LFOM) to farmers. Castor DOC and LFOM improve soil structure,
Increases water retention and promotes microbial activity, which is necessary to maintain soil fertility in the long run. It also reduces soil erosion and soil physical, Chemical and biological properties are enhanced leading to better crop yield and quality.
N.K. Proteins Pvt Ltd has participated in the three-day Agri Asia 2024, which began on September 20 at Gandhinagar. Giving information during this exhibition, the spokesperson of this initiative of the company, Dr. Bharat Patel said, “We are committed to helping castor farmers achieve higher yields and increase profitability by providing them with high quality seeds and organic fertilizers.
By increasing soil health and making better resources available to farmers, both productivity and income can be significantly increased. Our long-term objective is to promote self-reliance among Gujarat's farming community and strengthen the broader agro-ecosystem.”
Diwal industry leader N.K. Proteins daily 1,200-1,Castor produces about 600 MT of DOC per day with an installed crushing capacity of 500 metric tonnes (MT)., Of which 30 percent is high-protein DOC. These derivatives are aimed at promoting sustainable farming practices across Gujarat. Integral to the mission of proteins. Currently DOC's South Korea, Exports to China and European markets.
Gujarat is the largest producer of castor in India. Total castor seed acreage in Gujarat has reached 7.24 lakh hectares in the year 2023-24 which is an increase of 1.4 percent over 7.14 lakh hectares in 2022-23. Production is also expected to increase from 15.7 lakh metric tonnes (MT) in 2022-23 to 16 lakh MT in 2023-24 and yield 2 per hectare.,2 per hectare increased from 196 kg,206 kg has been done.
