Lahore: Fatima Fertilizer celebrated a significant triumph at the Sarsabz Ki Jeet Wheat Yield Competition Prize Distribution Ceremony, where farmers utilizing Sarsabz Nitrophos and Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN) clinched all three provincial titles and 119 out of 120 district-level positions in Punjab's Wheat Yield Competition 2025-26.

According to Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited, the event, which was announced by the Government of Punjab, saw Mr. Sajjad Hussain from Muzaffargarh secure the first provincial position with a yield of 69 maunds and 39.4 kilograms per acre. He was closely followed by Mr. Shafiq Ahmed from Attock and Mr. Muhammad Asghar from Rahim Yar Khan. The federal and provincial dignitaries, including Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Mr. Rana Tanveer Hussain, participated in the ceremony, with Mr. Hussain emphasizing the achievement's significance for Pakistan's food security.

The ceremony included the award of three tractors to the provincial winners and prizes such as Honda CD 70 motorcycles and LED TVs for district-level achievers. Mr. Hussain highlighted the government's commitment to improving farmers' access to resources and praised Fatima Fertilizer for its role in promoting modern agricultural practices. Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) Punjab, Mr. Iftikhar Ali Sahoo, reiterated the government's support for farmers through initiatives like interest-free loans and praised Fatima Fertilizer's efforts in rewarding leading wheat growers.

Director Marketing and Sales at Fatima Fertilizer, Ms. Rabel Sadozai, noted an improvement in Sarsabz users' performance compared to the previous year, underlining the benefits of balanced crop nutrition. The competition results revealed the potential for doubling the national wheat yield, with successful Sarsabz farmers achieving nearly 69-70 maunds per acre against a national average of 33 maunds. Fatima Fertilizer continues to support farmers with advisory services and soil testing, promoting informed agricultural practices for enhanced productivity and food security.