Gypsum for reclamation of sodic soil | Principal Scientific Adviser

overview

Sodic soils pose a major constraint to crop productivity and require gypsum application for reclamation. The gypsum technology developed by ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute karnal package integrates soil and water management practices with amendment application to restore soil health, enhance crop yields, and boost food grain production.

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Key Features

Large-scale adoption –Reclaimed ~2.22 million ha of sodic soils across India.
Food security impact –Added ~16.60 million tonnes of food grains to the national pool.
Sustainability –Provides an integrated, long-term package for soil health restoration.