Description

To overcome the micronutrient deficiencies and meet the physiological and metabolic requirements of 
the spice crops, the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research developed crop specific designer 
micronutrient foliar formulations for the major spices (Black Pepper, Ginger, Turmeric, Cardamom). It
also successfully field-tested and commercialized the crop-specific micronutrient formulations for 
the major spices. The Institute’s Ginger and Turmeric Formulations have already received the Patents.

• These are the micronutrient compositions for supplying essential nutrients and promoting 
  growth in spices. 40-55% of soils are moderately deficient in micronutrients like Zinc, 
  while 25-30% is deficient in Boron. Deficiency of other micronutrients occurs in 15% of soils.
  The novelty of this technology augments the uptake of essential nutrient by the plants

• IISR have developed crop/soil specific i.e. ginger and turmeric (for soils with pH below and 
  above 7), black pepper and cardamom micro nutrient mixtures for foliar application.

• Guarantees 15-25% increase in yield and quality.

• Improves health, quality and yield of the crops.

• Water soluble and compatible with simple or complex standard fertilizers.

• Easy transportation and long shelf life up to two years.

• Environment friendly.

• Advanced package of practices for commercial utility.

Technology Developed By:
Dr. V. Srinivasan, Dr. R. Dinesh and Dr. S. Hamza. ICAR- Indian Institute of Spices Research 
(ICAR-IISR), Kozhikode, Kerala.