IFFCO to reach up to 10 lakh farmers through local FPOs

Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), the world’s largest processed fertiliser cooperative and a global leader in agri-inputs, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Foundation for Development of Rural Value Chains (FDRVC), a not-for-profit company established by the Ministry of Rural Development to promote professionally managed, producer-owned collective enterprises.

This landmark partnership is set to enhance access to innovative and sustainable agricultural inputs for over 800 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), ultimately benefiting more than 10 lakh farmers across India.

The MoU was signed on 15th May 2025 by Yogendra Kumar, Marketing Director at IFFCO, and Bipin Bihari, CEO of FDRVC. Under this collaboration, IFFCO will supply its latest range of Nano Fertilisers, Bio-stimulants, Specialty Fertilisers, and organic products including Bio-fertilisers and Bio-decomposers. These next-generation inputs are designed to increase productivity, improve soil health, and reduce the environmental footprint of farming.

This initiative supports the Government of India’s broader mission to promote sustainable, climate-smart agriculture through collective farming. By leveraging FDRVC’s extensive grassroots network, the partnership aims to deliver these high-quality inputs to even the most remote rural areas.

FDRVC will facilitate last-mile access, community awareness, and farmer education, ensuring that the benefits of these advanced products reach the intended stakeholders efficiently.

IFFCO’s involvement reflects its continued commitment to transforming Indian agriculture through cutting-edge technology and farmer-first solutions. Speaking on the occasion, Yogendra Kumar emphasized that the agreement would significantly expand the reach of IFFCO’s innovative products, ensuring affordability and accessibility through local FPOs.

The collaboration is also geared toward building the institutional capacity of FPOs, enabling them to evolve into self-sustaining rural enterprises. This will not only empower small and marginal farmers with better resources but also help them participate in value chains more effectively.

By uniting technological innovation with grassroots outreach, this partnership marks a major step toward inclusive, sustainable growth in India’s agriculture sector. It promises to improve yields, increase farmer incomes, and contribute to a more resilient rural economy.

Source: Indian Cooperative