IMMA Successfully Concludes 5th National Crop Nutrition Summit & B2B Expo 2025
12 February 2025, Mumbai: The Indian Micro-Fertilizers Manufacturers Association (IMMA) successfully hosted the 5th National Crop Nutrition Summit & B2B Expo last week in Mumbai, bringing together over 280 delegates from more than 100 companies across the agriculture and fertilizer sectors.
The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Dr. P. K. Singh, Commissioner of Agriculture, Government of India, who emphasized the critical role of micronutrients in balanced crop nutrition and the need for farmers to use only genuine, high-quality products. Guest of Honour Dr. S. K. Chaudhary, Director General, Fertilizer Association of India, highlighted the importance of innovation in ensuring cost-effective and customized fertilizers reach farmers.
Dr. Rahul Mirchandani, President, IMMA, announced that IMMA was honoured with a National Award of Excellence as the Most Outstanding Agriculture Association. He also read out congratulatory messages from the President and Prime Minister of India, recognizing IMMA’s contributions to the sector. The event was further enriched by video messages from the Union Minister of State for Agriculture and the Maharashtra Minister of Agriculture, reinforcing the government’s commitment to sustainable crop nutrition.
The two-day summit featured 39 expert speakers and panelists, discussing next practices in climate-smart agriculture, the role of digital technology in the agri sector, and nutrition management for human health. Additionally, the B2B Expo showcased 20 booths and stalls, alongside 10 innovation pitches for market access, presenting cutting-edge solutions for the industry.
A major highlight of the event was the exclusive industry engagement B2B session at the Bombay Stock Exchange, where delegates participated in 364 one-on-one business meetings across 37 tables, resulting in 135 expressions of interest (EOIs). This reflects the summit’s impact in fostering partnerships and driving industry growth.
Mr. Sameer Pathare, Vice President, IMMA, lauded the event’s success, stating, “The Summit provided unparalleled networking opportunities, meaningful discussions, and insightful masterclasses that enriched industry knowledge. This aligns perfectly with IMMA’s mission of policy advocacy, knowledge sharing, and fostering fellowship among stakeholders.”
The latest research on the sector was published in the IMMA Journal, alongside the launch of three knowledge papers, YES Bank: Innovations impacting the micronutrient sector; Ernst & Young: Ease of doing business and indirect tax regulations; Pooled trial data: Innovative new products by IMMA member companies and partner associations.
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