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Agriculture dept receives NABL accreditation for three testing labs in AP

Vijayawada: The department of agriculture has secured NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) accreditation for three of its testing facilities in Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant step toward strengthening quality control of fertilisers and pesticides used by farmers. The accreditation applies to the Fertiliser Control Laboratory (FCO Lab) in Bapatla, the Bio & Organic Fertiliser Quality Control Laboratory (BOFQCL) in Nellore, and the Pesticide Testing Laboratory (PTL) in Kurnool. Granted under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards — globally recognised for testing and calibration — this certification confirms that the labs meet stringent technical and operational benchmarks to deliver reliable results. According to the agriculture department, farmers stand to benefit most, gaining access to accurate testing services to verify the quality of agricultural inputs. Fertilisers, organic manure, bio-fertilisers, and pesticides submitted to these labs will now be analysed under NABL-approved protocols, helping curb the use of substandard or adulterated products. Director of agriculture Dilli Rao stated that the accreditation will be gradually extended to all agricultural laboratories across the state to ensure uniformity in quality control. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Amount Kate Garraway's Husband Left Behind Will Shock You Weight Loss Groove Undo He added that the labs in Nellore, Bapatla, and Kurnool have already demonstrated the capacity to conduct tests that meet both national and international standards. The department also clarified that farmers can directly approach these facilities for input testing, and the results will be valid for official quality assurance purposes. GFX Points: NABL accreditation granted to three agriculture labs in AP Labs located in Nellore, Bapatla, and Kurnool Accredited under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards Farmers can get fertilisers and pesticides tested for quality assurance Plan to extend accreditation to all state agriculture labs in phases Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.