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Nano Copper – Field Trials & Results
Comprehensive Research Data from 1,470 Demonstrations Across India
IFFCO Comprehensive Field Trials (2019-2024)
Trial Scope: 1,470 demonstrations across 15 agro-climatic zones of India
1,470
Total Demonstrations
15
Agro-climatic Zones
5 Years
Research Duration
Wheat Performance Data
| Treatment | Yield (q/ha) | Increase (%) | Protein Content (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control | 42.5 | - | 11.2 |
| Nano Copper | 48.7 | 14.6% | 12.8 |
Economic Benefit: ₹9,300/ha additional income
Rice Performance Data
| Treatment | Yield (q/ha) | Increase (%) | 1000 Grain Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control | 5.8 | - | 22.1 |
| Nano Copper | 6.7 | 15.5% | 24.3 |
Economic Benefit: ₹8,100/ha additional income
Maize Performance Data
| Treatment | Yield (q/ha) | Increase (%) | Kernel Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control | 8.2 | - | Standard |
| Nano Copper | 9.6 | 17.1% | Enhanced |
Economic Benefit: ₹11,200/ha additional income
Vegetable Crops Performance
Tomato Trials (Punjab, Haryana)
Yield Increase
22%
Higher marketable yield
Quality Enhancement
Improved fruit firmness and shelf life
Disease Incidence
35%
Reduction in bacterial and fungal diseases
Potato Trials (Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal)
Tuber Yield
18%
Increase in total tuber weight
Quality Parameters
Enhanced specific gravity and dry matter content
Storage Life
20%
Improvement in storage quality
Onion Trials (Maharashtra, Gujarat)
Bulb Development
16%
Increase in average bulb weight
Storage Quality
25%
Reduced post-harvest losses
Market Premium
Higher prices due to improved quality
Fruit Crops Performance
Apple Orchards (Himachal Pradesh, J&K)
Fruit Quality
Improved color development and sugar content
Yield
12%
Increase in marketable fruit
Disease Resistance
Reduced copper deficiency symptoms
Citrus Groves (Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh)
Fruit Size
15%
Increase in average fruit weight
Juice Content
Enhanced juice percentage and quality
Peel Quality
Better color and texture
Research Institution Validations
Cornell University Research (International Collaboration)
Laboratory Studies
7-fold
Yield increase with optimized copper uptake
Mechanism Validation
Confirmed enhanced protein function and fertility
Genetic Studies
Identified key pathways for copper utilization
ICAR Institute Trials
Multi-location Testing
Consistent performance across diverse soil types
Soil Health Impact
No adverse effects on soil microorganisms
Residue Analysis
No harmful residue accumulation in crops
Key Research Highlights
International Validation
Cornell University partnership validates nano-copper technology
Up to 7-fold yield improvement in controlled laboratory conditions
Genetic pathway mapping for enhanced copper utilization
National Research Network
ICAR multi-location trials across India
Proven safety for soil microorganisms
Zero harmful residue accumulation confirmed
Trial Summary & Economic Impact
14.6%
Average Wheat Yield Increase
₹9,300/ha additional income
15.5%
Average Rice Yield Increase
₹8,100/ha additional income
17.1%
Average Maize Yield Increase
₹11,200/ha additional income
22%
Vegetable Yield Increase
Enhanced quality & shelf life