Why Farmers Should Choose UTPANN Kesari Phos (PROM) Instead of DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)

A Sustainable Phosphorus Solution for Modern Agriculture

In recent years, farmers have faced increasing challenges due to rising prices, limited availability, and environmental concerns associated with chemical fertilizers such as DAP (Diammonium Phosphate). While DAP has long been used as a phosphorus source in farming, its excessive and continuous use has started affecting soil health and crop productivity.

To address these challenges, UTPANN has introduced Kesari Phos (PROM – Phosphate Rich Organic Manure), an advanced organic phosphorus fertilizer designed to provide sustainable nutrition to crops while improving soil fertility.

What is Kesari Phos (PROM)?

Kesari Phos (PROM) is a Phosphate Rich Organic Manure made by enriching organic manure with rock phosphate using beneficial microorganisms. This process converts insoluble phosphorus into a plant-available form while maintaining the organic nature of the fertilizer.

Unlike chemical fertilizers that deliver nutrients instantly but temporarily, PROM releases phosphorus gradually, ensuring long-term nutrient availability and improved soil structure.

Limitations of Using DAP in Farming

Although DAP supplies phosphorus quickly, its continuous use has several drawbacks:

1. Soil Degradation

DAP is a highly concentrated chemical fertilizer. Repeated usage may reduce soil microbial activity and organic carbon levels, gradually decreasing soil fertility.

2. Nutrient Imbalance

DAP contains high nitrogen and phosphorus, but it lacks micronutrients and organic matter. This imbalance can lead to nutrient deficiencies in soil over time.

3. High Cost and Supply Dependence

DAP prices are heavily dependent on imports and global markets, often making it expensive or unavailable during peak sowing seasons.

4. Phosphorus Fixation

In many Indian soils, especially alkaline soils, phosphorus from DAP gets fixed in the soil and becomes unavailable to plants.

How UTPANN Kesari Phos (PROM) Benefits Farmers

1. Improves Soil Health

Kesari Phos is rich in organic matter and beneficial microorganisms that enhance soil structure, water retention, and microbial activity.

2. Better Phosphorus Availability

PROM gradually releases phosphorus in plant-available form, ensuring crops receive nutrients throughout their growth cycle.

3. Reduces Chemical Dependency

Using Kesari Phos helps farmers reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers like DAP, leading to a more sustainable farming system.

4. Enhances Crop Yield and Quality

Healthy soil supports better root development and nutrient absorption, resulting in improved crop productivity and better quality produce.

5. Environmentally Friendly

Being an organic fertilizer, PROM reduces chemical runoff, protects groundwater, and supports eco-friendly agriculture.

Ideal Crops for Kesari Phos (PROM)

Kesari Phos is suitable for a wide range of crops including:

• Cereals (Wheat, Rice, Maize)

• Pulses (Gram, Tur, Moong)

• Oilseeds (Groundnut, Mustard, Soybean)

• Cotton

• Vegetables and Fruits

• Plantation crops

It is particularly effective as a basal fertilizer during soil preparation.

Recommended Usage

For most crops, farmers can apply 100–200 kg per acre during land preparation or at sowing time. The organic nutrients improve soil fertility and provide phosphorus naturally to plants.

For best results, Kesari Phos can be integrated with other organic fertilizers from the UTPANN product range.

The Future of Sustainable Farming

Agriculture is moving toward sustainability, soil regeneration, and reduced chemical dependency. Fertilizers like Kesari Phos (PROM) represent the next generation of soil-friendly crop nutrition.

By adopting UTPANN Kesari Phos, farmers can:

• Reduce reliance on imported fertilizers

• Improve soil fertility naturally

• Achieve stable crop yields

• Support environmentally responsible agriculture

About UTPANN

Govardhannathji Energies LLP, the company behind the UTPANN brand, is committed to promoting sustainable agriculture through innovative organic fertilizers produced from renewable resources and advanced nutrient technologies.

Through products like Kesari Phos (PROM), the company aims to empower farmers with reliable, eco-friendly alternatives to chemical fertilizers.