Q. Which of the following statements are related to Neem coated Urea?
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
1 only
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B
2 only
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C
Both 1 and 2
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D
Neither 1 nor 2
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Solution
The correct option is C Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
The benefits of Neem coated Urea(NCU) are:
Neem has proven nitrification inhibition properties. This way it slows down the process of nitrogen release from urea (by about 10 to 15 percent). Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) of Neem Coated Urea increases resulting in reduced consumption of NCU as compared to normal urea. Thus it reduces the consumption of the fertilizer
Enhance the yield of paddy, sugarcane, maize, soybean, Tur/Red Gram
Decrease the urea requirement. Hence, save Money.
Improvement in soil health
Reduction in usage of plant protection chemicals
Reduction in pest and disease attack
Negligible diversion towards non-agricultural purposes.