Dr. Chandrika Varadachari | Caged Urea: A Smart Fertilizer That Boosts Crop Yields and Protects the Environment

Feb 26, 2025 | biology, earth and environment

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In an era of increasing urgency to address environmental degradation, the impact of conventional agricultural practices has come under scrutiny. Synthetic nitrogen-based fertilizers, such as urea, are essential for feeding the global population, but cause significant environmental damage. Nitrogen from urea-based fertilizers often finds its way into water bodies, contributing to pollution. Meanwhile, urea can transform into nitrous oxide gases, which accelerate climate change when released into the atmosphere. Read More

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