Institute for Agricultural Research,
Ahmadu Bello University,
P.M.B 1044
Zaria.
Today
5th January 2026, the Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR) hosted a highly
successful Media Parley and Farmers’ Field Day showcasing the ongoing
Bio-efficacy Trials on Maize using Nutracoat and Nutramix technologies — and
the outcome has been nothing short of exciting!
The
event took place at the IAR Irrigation Site of the research farm.
Nutracoat
is a coating material applied to NPK fertilizers, while Nutramix is a coating
material used on urea fertilizers. These innovative solutions allow farmers to
reduce fertilizer use by 30% with Nutracoat and 50% with Nutramix, without
compromising performance — helping them save costs while protecting the
environment.
At
60 days after planting, the maize trial plots are already demonstrating
outstanding crop performance, with all treated plots showing highly promising
results. The plants stand vigorous, green, and healthy — a clear sign of
improved nutrient efficiency.
The
research is being spearheaded by Dr. Sharhabil Musa Yahaya, Lead Research
Scientist, whose passion and expertise continue to drive innovation at IAR. We
were delighted to welcome Mr. Bengum Hyelatakiri and Mr. Solomon Abu,
representing Universal Speciality Chemicals PVT LTD, the innovators behind
Nutracoat and Nutramix.
Farmers
from Kano, Zaria, and Kaduna joined the visit, walking through the fields,
interacting with the researchers, and observing the trial results firsthand.
Their reactions were filled with joy and excitement. Many shared that on their
farms, the fields where Nutracoat and Nutramix were used produced superior crop
performance and yield compared to normal fertilizer application.
Their
verdict was clear and unanimous —
“These products work, and we are very happy with the
results!”
The
media representatives present also expressed great interest, recognizing the
potential of these technologies to support more productive and sustainable
maize farming across Nigeria.
Overall, the program was a huge success —
strengthening confidence in Nutracoat and Nutramix as game-changers for
efficient fertilizer use and improved crop yield.
Together,
we continue to champion innovation for a sustainable agricultural future.
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