HINDUSTAN ANTIBIOTICS LIMITED PIMPRI, PUNE - 411 018 (A Govt. of India Undertaking) REQUIRE MARKETING PARTNERS FOR BIO-FRIENDLY AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS Hindustan Antibiotics Ltd (HAL), a pioneer in the field of antibiotics in India and is also engaged in manufacture and marketing of Bio-friendly Agriculture Products for last 35 years. HAL invites expression of interest from reputed companies to Market following Agricultural Products:o Agriculture Products: Streptocycline – It’s a broad-spectrum systemic antibacterial antibiotic highly active against phythopathogenic bacteria and shown effective control of various bacterial diseases of different crops. It is recommended for both prophylactic as well as curative applications. Aureofungin - Fungicide which is original research product of HAL. Aureofungin has broad spectrum activity against various fungal infections. Aureofungin is studied for its residue and found that there is no residue after 10 days (NRC grapes trial). Humaur – Growth promoter. Humaur is growth promoter foliar spray which can be used in all crops. It is capable of providing essential amino acids and micronutrients to the plant. The use of Humaur at appropriate time can increase the yield by 20-25%. Azotomeal – Azotobactor. Azotomeal is mostly used in soil treatment to increase the availability of Nitrogen in soil. It is also used in the treatment of seeds and seedlings. Phosphomeal – Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria. Phosphomeal which increases the phosphate component of the soil is essential for good growth of crops and better yield. It is also used for seed and seedling treatment. The detailed product profiles of the above products are enclosed as Annexure I. o Manufacturing capacity available and presently used. Product Streptocycline Aureofungin Humaur Azotomeal Phosphomeal Total Capacity 9.00 MT per Month 0.12 MT per Month* 30.00 KL per Month* 1.25 KL per Month* 1.25 KL per Month* Packwise Capacity 15.00 Lac pouches of 6g 0.20 Lac pouches of 13g 0.30 Lac bottles of 1Ltr 0.05 Lac bottles of 250 ml 0.05 Lac bottles of 250 ml * Presently the production is taken in pilot plants. However, company has high volume fermentor which can be employed for higher production level. o Scope of the products: The market scenario in agricultural sector is changing. Frequent use of Chemical fertilizers and Chemical pesticides has significantly reduced the fertility of the soil besides being harmful to humans as they leave residue. Due to this world over farmers have started using environment friendly bio fertilizers and pesticides which increase the fertility of soil and the product is safe for human consumption. In India, govt. is emphasizing on the use of such products and there is steady growth in use of such products. Therefore HAL products which are eco friendly have very good potential in agricultural sector. o Expectations from marketing arrangement HAL is therefore looking for an organization which will join hands with HAL for marketing the products and make most of the opportunity. We are looking for professionally managed organization with wide distribution network and efficient field personnel with proper scientific approach for promoting and marketing the above products to farmers / universities / govt. agencies. o 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The scope of the marketing arrangement will broadly be as follows :To Market HAL agro products in their brand name which will remain the property of HAL. The area (location-wise) of operation can be agreed upon by both the parties by mutual discussions. Transfer price can be discussed & mutually agreed upon. The terms of supply will be Cash & Carry or against confirmed irrevocable Letter of Credit in case of voluminous supply. The volume in such cases can be discussed and mutually agreed. The supply shall be made on non-returnable basis. The organization will have to provide the requirement for the whole year in advance. List of products along with pack size and present MRP. Sr. No. Product Pack 1. 2. Streptocycline Aureofungin Sol 3. Humaur 4. Azotomeal 5. Phosphomeal 6g pouch 13g pouch 65g Tin 100ml Bottle 250ml Bottle 500ml Bottle 1 Ltr Bottle 5 Ltr Jar 250ml Bottle 1 Ltr Bottle 250ml Bottle 1 Ltr Bottle MRP inclusive of VAT Rs. per Unit 42.13 191.63 922.16 58.86 117.72 229.50 450.00 2189.69 118.13 393.75 118.13 393.75 The Company interested in Marketing HAL’s Agro Products should fulfill following conditions:a) should have experience of Marketing Agro Products atleast 3 years. b) should have infrastructure & professional team for Marketing Agro products in India. c) should have sales turnover of atleast Rs. 25 Crores/annum in Agriculture Sector o o Organizations interested following details: in marketing our products should submit the 1) Company Name: 2) Registered Office and contact details: 3) Memorandum and Article of Association: 4) Annual Reports copies for last 3 years. 5) Turnover of the Company for last five years 6) Existing product range (per market segment) / Sales: 7) No. of Field staff at different levels: 8) No. of Scientific staff: 9) No. of C&F centres / Depots 10) No. of Distributors 11) Do you have marketing arrangement with any other Company? If yes please give details (Name of the Company, product range, product wise sales) 12) Manufacturing details a) Own manufacturing: Address of the Site: b) Outsourcing: Addresses of the Sites. 13) A brief proposal regarding the nature of marketing arrangement expected with HAL. o Submission of Expression of Interest Interested companies fulfilling above conditions are required to submit their Expression of Interest for Marketing HAL’s Agro Products furnishing all details as above , within 3 weeks from the date of publication of Advertisement . The Expression of Interest shall be signed by the authorized person and the copy of the authorized letter be annexed with the same. All information furnished will be kept confidential. If required, Companies interested in Marketing may contact / visit HAL for any clarification. HAL reserves rights to accept or reject any offer without assigning any reason thereof. Expression of Interest for Agrovet Marketing as above shall be forwarded in sealed cover superscribing “Marketing Partners for Agricultural Products” to the Office of Mr. Rajiv Ranjan, Gen. Manager (Marketing), Hindustan Antibiotics Limited, Pimpri, Pune – 411 018, Office No. 020-27425712 Cell No. 09371657018, Fax No. 020-27425327 within three weeks from the date of publication of advertisement. E mail: gm.hapune@gmail.com. Website: www.hindanitbiotics.gov.in Additional Contact No. Mr. A.M. Shinde, MM (AV) Office No. 020-27425331. AUREOFUNGIN (A Systemic Antifungal Antibiotic) Product Name: Category: Technical Name: Aureofungin A Systemic Antifungal Antibiotic Aureofungin Sol (46.15% S.P.) Composition: Aureofungin Sol is a fungicidal formulation containing 6 gms of Technical Aureofungin and 7 gms of Solubilizing agent, viz. Sodium Lauryl Sulphate and Sodium Carbonate (Anhydrous Powder) mixed in 4:3 proportion. Unique Features: Aureofungin is a research product of H.A. Ltd. It is the only Antifungal Antibiotic in the market. The residue of Aureofungin is below detectable level after 10 days of spraying. It is cost competitive as compared to the chemical fungicideds available in the market. Uses: Aureofungin Sol is used for seed treatment as well as for sprays. It is also used for root application. It is either used alone for fungal diseases, control or combined with Streptocycline when bacterial diseases control is needed. Recommendations: Aureofungin Sol is recommended against following plant diseases. S.No. Crop Common Name of Formulation Dilution in water Waiting period Disease dose/ Ha (Ltr) from last spray to (gm%) harvest (in days) 01 Paddy Blast 0.005% 500 30 Brown leaf spot 0.005% 500 02 Grapes Downey Mildew 0.005% 750 15 Anthracnose 0.005% 750 03 Cumin Blight 0.02% 750 30 Powdery Mildew 0.02% 750 04 Citrus Gummosis 1.0% 750 30 (Soil drench) 05 Apple Powdery Mildew 0.005% 10 lts / tree 30 White root rot 0.2% 5-10 Inj. 2 gm/tree 06 Potato Early blight 0.005% 750 30 Post harvest treatment of fruits and vegetables with Aureofungin sol prevents fungal rots and increases storage life of these perishable goods. Preparation of Spray Mixture: With constant stirring mix the entire contents (13 gm) of pouch in a small but sufficient quantity of clean water so as to form a slurry. Make up the final volume to 60 liters by adding water. Prepare the spray mixture in a cool place under preparation of solution. While with a high volume sprayer as much as 120 liters of Aureofungin Sol mixture is necessary per acre. With a low volume sprayer 40 to 60 liters will be sufficient depending upon the canopy of leaves. Compatibility: Aureofungin Sol is compatible with antibacterial antibiotics, inorganic fungicides like copper and with commonly used insecticides. Toxicity: It is non toxin to plants, animals and human beings. However, it is advisable to follow normal precaution recommended for handling of pesticides, such as avoiding prolonged exposure to skin, inhalation and inadvertent ingestion. Packing: 13g Pouch & 65g Tin STREPTOCYCLINE (A Systemic Antibacterial Antibiotic) Product Name: Category: Technical Name: Streptocycline Antibacterial Antibiotic Streptocycline Streptocycline is an Antibacterial Antibiotic formulation recommended for effective control of bacterial diseases of plants. It is a yellow coloured free flowing powder containing Streptomycin Sulphate and Tetracycline Hydrochloride in a ratio of 9:1. It is readily soluble in water and being systemic in action gets readily absorbed in the plant when sprayed and does not get washed off in rain. Composition: Streptocycline Sulphate …. 90% w/w Tetracycline Hydrochloride … 10% w/w Recommendations and Dosage per acre basis: Streptocycline is recommended against following plant diseases. S.No. 01 Crop Rice 02 03 Chillies and Tomato Cabbage and Cauliflowe 04 05 06 Potato Cucumber Cotton 07 08 Citrus Grapes, Sugarcane, Mango etc. Disease Dose Bacterial leaf 6 g in 60 litre of water Blight 6 g in 120 Litre water Black spot 6g in 60 to 120 litre water Black spot 1 g in 10 Litre water 6 g in 60 litre water Brown rot 6 g in 120 litre water Leaf spot 6 g in 120 litre water Angular leaf 6 g in 60-120 litre water spot & black 6 g in 120 litre water arm Citrus Canker 6 g in 60-120 litre water Bacterial 6 g in 60-120 litre water Diseases Preparation of Spray Mixture: Dissolve required quantity of Streptocycline directly in 10 liter of water and make up the desired volume by remaining quantity of water. Compatibility: Streptocycline may be used in combination with Aureofungin sol for the control of bacterial and fungal diseases. Streptocycline is compatible with most of the commonly used insecticides and fungicides. Toxicity: Streptocycline is non toxic to plants, animals and human beings. However, it is advisable to follow normal precaution recommended for handling of pesticides, such as avoiding prolonged exposure to skin, inhalation and inadvertent ingestion. Packing: 6g Pouch HUMAUR (Bio-Organic Foliar Spray) Product Name: Category: Technical Name: Humaur Bio-Organic Foliar Spray Humaur HUMAUR is microbially derived protein hydrolysate having enzymes, vitamins, organic acids, precursors, primary & secondary nutrients that are useful in enhancing yield and quality of crops. • CHEMICAL COMPOSITION :: – – – – – TOTAL NITROGEN TOTAL MANGANESE MAGNESIUM ZINC BORON Hindustan Antibiotics Ltd. - NLT 8.0% - NLT 0.01% - NLT 0.2% - NLT 0.5% - NLT 0.5% 12/03/2012 27 Dilution: Dry Condition: 1 ml per litre of water Wet Condition: 2 ml per litre of water Dosages: 500 to 750 litres of diluted Humaur per hector. Application: Foliar Spray with drip or Sprinkler 1st application. 2 weeks after germination. 2nd application. Flower initiation stage. 3rd application. Fruit setting stage. 4th application. Fruit development stage. Recommended: All crops Benefits: Flavours: Germination Rooting. Induces: Sprouting & Flowering. Increases: Vegetative Growth Breaks: Dormancy Maintains: Soil Texture & Rigidity of Exposed plant parts. Overcome: pH & Deficiency of Micro elements. Help: Increase of Quality of flowers and fruit production. Compatible: All pesticides and other foliar sprays. Toxicity: Non Toxic Eco Friendly. Packing: 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1Litre & 5 Litre container. PHOSPHOMEAL (Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria) Product Name: Category: Technical Name: Phosphomeal Liquid Bio-Fertilizer – Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria Phosphomeal Phosphomeal contains a concentrate of phosphate solubilizing bacteria of soil origin in the dormant form to the concentration of 108 CFU / ml. It also contains preserved fermented metabolites necessary for plant growth. Direction for use: Shake Well before Use. Soil application: 2ml of Phosphomeal is to be diluted in 1 litre of water. Then spray on soil at the root zone before irrigation. Irrigation is must after application of Phosphomeal. Seed treatment: 3 ml of Phosphomeal is diluted in 1 litre of water. Dip the seeds in the solution for 20 minutes. Dry the seeds under shade and sow as per usual practice. Transplanting: 2-3 ml of Phosphomeal is diluted in 1 litre of water, before transplanting the seedlings are dipped in this solution. Foliar Spray: Dilute 2 ml of Phosphomeal in 1 litre water and spray on a standing crop. Benefits: Seed treatment with Phosphomeal helps in increased seed germination in short time and favours vigorous root growth. Dipping seedling in Phosphomeal before transplanting helps in early plant stand and renders immunity against soil borne fungal infection. Phosphomeal increases crop yield by 20-25% Recommendation: For All Crops. Precautions: Do not mix with any insecticide or fungicide. Phosphomeal is to be sprayed either in the morning or in the evening. If seed are to be treated with insecticide / fungicide it should be treated so first. Then treat it with Phosphomeal before sowing. Keep away from direct sunlight, Insecticides and fungicides. Do not keep the bottle cap open. Toxicity: Non toxic & eco friendly. Packing: 250ml & 1Litre container. AZOTOMEAL (Azotobacter) Product Name: Category: Technical Name: Azotomeal Liquid Bio-Fertilizer – Azotobacter Azotomeal Azotomeal contains a concentrate of soil origin in the dormant form to the concentration of 108 CFU / ml. It also contains preserved fermented metabolites necessary for plant growth. Direction for use: Shake Well before Use. Soil application: 3ml of Azotomeal is to be diluted in 1 litre of water. Then spray on soil at the root zone before irrigation. Irrigation is must after application of Azotomeal. Seed treatment: 3 ml of Azotomeal is diluted in 1 litre of water. Dip the seeds in the solution for 20 minutes. Dry the seeds under shade and sow as per usual practice. Transplanting: 2-3 ml of Azotomeal is diluted in 1 litre of water, before transplanting the seedlings are dipped in this solution. Foliar Spray: For Kitchen Gardening: Dilute 1 ml of Azotomeal in 1 litre water and spray. For Field Crops: Dilute 2 ml of Azotomeal in 1 litre of water and spray. Benefits: Seed treatment with Azotomeal helps in increased seed germination in short time and favours vigorous root growth. Azotomeal helps crop to utilize atmospheric Nitrogen. Thus there is saving of chemical fertilizers. Azotomeal improves physical character of soil and helps to maintain fertility of soil. Azotomeal increases crop yield by 20-25% Recommendation: Azotomeal is recommended for use in o Monocot crops like paddy, wheat maize etc. o Vegetables like Cabbage, Cauliflower, Potato, Brinjal, Chilly, Lettuce, Coriander . o Cotton, Sugarcane, Tobaco, Pepper, Betelnut, Tea etc. o Banana, Mango, Grapes, Papaya, Watermelon etc. o Flowers & Ornamental Plants, Oil seeds etc. Precautions: Do not mix with any insecticide or fungicide. Azotomeal is to be sprayed either in the morning or in the evening. If seed are to be treated with insecticide / fungicide it should be treated so first. Then treat it with Azotomeal before sowing. Keep away from direct sunlight, Insecticides and fungicides. Do not keep the bottle cap open. Toxicity: Non toxic & eco friendly. Packing: 250ml & 1Litre container.