Fertiliser Control Order 2026: New Customised Norms for Cotton

The Government, namely, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (i.e., MoA & FW) has issued a recent notification under the Fertilizer (Inorganic, Organic or Mixed) (Control) Order, 1985, introducing specifications for two customized fertilizers for cotton cultivation in selected districts of the state, Andhra Pradesh. The notification, also published on 8 May 2026, will remain valid for 3 years from that date. 

The first customized fertilizer, has been approved for the basal stage of cotton crops. It also prescribes minimum nutrient standards, including 12% total nitrogen, 24% phosphorus, 0.5% zinc, and 0.2% boron, as well as particle-size specifications for quality control. 

The second customized fertilizer, is approved for the top-dress stage of cotton crops in the same districts. The formulation mandates a minimum of 24% nitrogen and 16% water-soluble potassium content.