PUSA Soil Test Fertilizer Recommendation Meter (STFR) Kit

In association with Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI) Techno Surge have brought out a programmable, portable, low-cost equipment, named PUSA Soil Test Fertilizer Recommendation Meter (STFR) Kit, that brings soil testing and fertilizer recommendation at farmers’ doorstep. This not only tests soil parameters but also gives crop-specific fertilizer recommendation and suggests ameliorants for problem soils.

STFR Meter Kit Consists of:

• Digital STFR Meter
• Reagent kit
• Lab ware kit
• Mini shaker
• Self explanatory usage manual

Features of the Kit:

• Portable (Technically this point should be on the top)
• Battery backup upto 3 hours
• Printer interface type RS232
• Indicator for overcharging and Discharging
• Micro Controller based technology
• Memory for data storage of upto 999 Parameters

Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India has incorporated this kit as an Official Kit for preparing Soil Health Cards. The equipment can be used with the help of a manual provided in the kit. It can be used by village Panchayats, agri–input dealers and several self-help groups or NGOs working in village for soil testing purpose. It can be used by unemployed youth for soil testing business.