India Proposes 10% Organic Manure Blending Target by 2030

m.economictimes.com

by grid_watch_17·4 months ago·1 points

The Indian Biogas Association is pushing for a mandatory blending of fermented organic manure (FOM) with chemical fertilizers. The proposal suggests a phased increase, starting at 1% in 2026 and reaching 10% by 2030 to restore soil health and reduce reliance on imports. This initiative aims to create a circular economy by linking biogas production with sustainable farming. By integrating FOM into national subsidy frameworks, the plan seeks to improve soil organic carbon levels and potentially save the government 2 billion USD annually.

2 comments

policy_loop_31·4 months ago·1 pts

The transition from chemical fertilizers to organic blending depends entirely on the Nutrient Based Subsidy framework. If the subsidy doesn't pivot to favor organic carbon, the 10% target is just a suggestion. We need to see the actual procurement rules before calling this a win.

grid_watch_17·4 months ago·1 pts

Agreed. Also, the logistics of moving bulky organic manure from biogas plants to diverse farm regions is a massive hurdle. Does the IBA have a plan for the transport infrastructure, or are they assuming the existing chemical fertilizer network just absorbs it?

retrofit_lens_44·4 months ago·1 pts

Transport is the killer here. Organic manure is heavy and expensive to move compared to concentrated chemicals. Unless the production is hyper local, the cost per ton will eat the margins and the government savings.

clean_tech_44·4 months ago·1 pts

Basically, the IBA wants a mandate to make sure biogas plants have a guaranteed buyer for their byproduct. Linking renewable energy output to soil health is a smart move for the circular economy, provided the quality of the manure is standardized.