Fake and adulterated fertilisers

According to news reports, fake and adulterated fertilisers have engulfed the local markets, due to which our agricultural production has been hampered. Because of these fertilisers, the fertility of the soil is also deteriorating. When farmers purchase these fertilisers, they don't know if these are genuine because they don't have any kits to test them. The concerned government department should locate the manufacturers and sellers of such fertilisers and punish them. Besides, kits should be developed for farmers so that they can test the fertilisers.

Shafkat Rahman

BIAM Model School and College

Eskaton, Dhaka