Shopian, Feb 22: Authorities in south Kashmir’s Shopian district have seized 35 quintals of misbranded fertilizer (Vermicompost) from a shop in Sofanaman village. The action was carried out by Naib Tehsildar Shopian, Sajad Ahmad, and Chief Agriculture Officer, Farooq Ahmad, in coordination with the Enforcement Department.
The shop, operating under the name MQW Pesticides, is owned by Tanveer Ahmed Mir, also known as Dobi, son of Bashir Ahmed Mir, a resident of Pinjoora, Shopian. Following the seizure, officials issued a show cause notice to the shop owner and sealed the premises.
Authorities have warned of strict action against those involved in selling misbranded or substandard agricultural products, citing potential harm to farmers and crop yields. The investigation into the case is ongoing.