Micronutrient Technology | 5 Patents Granted | Licensed to 17 Firms

Crop Specific Designer Micronutrient Formulations

Power Mix micronutrient formulation – black pepper and turmeric

Power Mix T – crop-specific micronutrient formulation

Power Mix G – ginger specific micronutrient formulation

10–25% Yield Enhancement 5 Crop-Specific Formulations 5 Patents Granted 17 Firms Licensed

ICAR-IISR has developed crop-specific designer micronutrient foliar formulations for major spices (black pepper, ginger, turmeric, cardamom, nutmeg) to overcome the micronutrient deficiencies and to meet the physiological and metabolic requirements of the spice crops. The technology has been field tested and commercialized, with patents awarded for formulations for black pepper, ginger, turmeric, and cardamom.

The formulations are designed to fulfil the crop requirement by maintaining an optimal leaf nutrient ratio of secondary and micronutrients — especially Mg, Zn, and B. The application enhances the quality of the produce while contributing to crop health through balanced nutrition.

Advantages

Improves the health and vigour of vines
Enhances yield by 10–25%
Water soluble; compatible with common fertilizers
Enhances the quality of produce
Long shelf life & environment friendly

Crop Coverage

Black Pepper – Patent No. 367654
Ginger (pH < 7) – Patent No. 318672
Ginger (pH > 7) – Patent No. 314133
Turmeric (pH < 7) – Patent No. 320502
Cardamom – Patent No. 413017
Nutmeg – Field tested

Patents Awarded

Patent No. 413017 — Cardamom Micronutrient
Patent No. 367654 — Black Pepper Micronutrient
Patent No. 320502 — Turmeric Micronutrient (Soil pH < 7)
Patent No. 314133 — Ginger Micronutrient (Soil pH > 7)
Patent No. 318672 — Ginger Micronutrient (Soil pH < 7)

Commercialisation Status

Non-exclusive license issued to 17 firms/institutions

Key Nutrients

Mg, Zn, B (balanced secondary & micronutrients)

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