Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launches 7 GSFC 'Sardar' crop protection products
Synopsis
Gujarat's state fertiliser giant GSFC has added seven new pesticides and herbicides under its 'Sardar' brand, launched personally by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Alongside a new farm magazine 'Krushijivan', the move signals a broader institutional push to modernise crop protection delivery for Gujarat's farmers through Kisan Suvidha Kendras.
Key Takeaways
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launched 7 new crop protection products by GSFC on 23 September 2026 in Gandhinagar .
Products — Sardar Sathi, Sardar Raftaar, Sardar Tufani Fipro, Sardar Jandaar, Sardar Aadhar, Sardar G-Gold, Sardar Senapati — fall under the established 'Sardar' brand.
Products will be distributed through Kisan Suvidha Kendras and GSFC's authorised network at affordable prices.
The formulations are designed to break down in soil after the protection period, minimising long-term harm.
Agricultural magazine 'Krushijivan' was also unveiled to provide farmers with science-backed crop guidance.
GSFC , founded in 1962 , is simultaneously developing bio-fertilisers and balanced nutrients as part of a wider agricultural input portfolio.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, launched seven new pesticides and herbicides developed by Gujarat State Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited (GSFC) in Gandhinagar, expanding the company's crop protection portfolio under its well-known 'Sardar' brand. The move is aimed at equipping farmers with a wider range of scientifically developed tools to combat pests and weeds across the state.
The Seven New Products
The newly launched products — Sardar Sathi, Sardar Raftaar, Sardar Tufani Fipro, Sardar Jandaar, Sardar Aadhar, Sardar G-Gold, and Sardar Senapati — will be made available through Kisan Suvidha Kendras and GSFC's authorised distribution network. Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani noted that the products had undergone high-quality research and were priced to remain accessible to farmers while maintaining crop and soil quality.
Vaghani also highlighted a modern formulation approach in which the pesticides protect crops from pests for a defined period before breaking down in the soil without causing harm. He urged farmers to use chemical pesticides only when necessary and strictly in prescribed quantities.
What the Chief Minister Said
Chief Minister Patel described the seven crop protection solutions as reflecting Gujarat's journey from 'Viksit Krushi' (developed agriculture) to 'Viksit Gujarat', underscoring GSFC's technology-driven approach to sustainable farming. 'The initiatives would help farmers improve the quality of their produce, add value, support processing and gain access to global markets,' Patel said.
Patel also referred to the statewide 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' — marking 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public service — and said the PM had identified Garib, Annadata, Yuva and Nari Shakti as the four key pillars for building Viksit Bharat. He congratulated GSFC's scientists and researchers for their innovation and said effective crop protection was critical to raising farmers' incomes.
GSFC's Broader Agricultural Push
Beyond the seven new products, GSFC is developing a broader range of agricultural inputs including balanced nutrients, bio-fertilisers, and other crop solutions to ensure timely, reliable supply to farmers. Agriculture Minister Vaghani noted that the organisation, founded in 1962, had consistently remained at the forefront of agricultural research and technology in Gujarat.
The event also saw the unveiling of 'Krushijivan', a special agricultural magazine compiled from research by agricultural scientists, designed to provide farmers with practical guidance on crop management.
Officials and Dignitaries Present
The launch event was attended by Energy Minister Rushikesh Patel and Ministers of State Kaushik Vekariya and Ramesh Katara. State Chief Secretary and GSFC Chairman M.K. Das, Managing Director Rajender Kumar, and Director Ashwini Kumar, along with senior officials and GSFC employees, were also present.
With these additions, GSFC reinforces its position as Gujarat's primary institutional partner in agricultural development, and the broader rollout through Kisan Suvidha Kendras will be closely watched as a benchmark for state-led agri-input distribution.
Point of View
Rather than concentrating uptake among larger, commercially-oriented cultivators. GSFC's 1962 legacy carries credibility, but Gujarat's farmer income challenge is less about product availability and more about price volatility and market access — gaps that seven new pesticides alone cannot close. The 'Viksit Krushi to Viksit Gujarat' framing also quietly ties this state-level initiative to the Centre's broader Viksit Bharat narrative, blurring the line between policy action and political branding ahead of the next agricultural season.
NationPress
23 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the seven new GSFC crop protection products launched in Gujarat?
The seven products are Sardar Sathi, Sardar Raftaar, Sardar Tufani Fipro, Sardar Jandaar, Sardar Aadhar, Sardar G-Gold, and Sardar Senapati — all pesticides and herbicides launched under GSFC's 'Sardar' brand on 23 September 2026. They target common crop pests and weeds affecting Gujarat's farmers.
Where can farmers buy the new GSFC Sardar products?
The products will be available through Kisan Suvidha Kendras and GSFC's authorised distribution network across Gujarat. The government has indicated pricing will be kept affordable to ensure accessibility for smallholder farmers.
What is GSFC and why does this launch matter?
Gujarat State Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited (GSFC) is a state-owned enterprise established in 1962 that serves as Gujarat's primary institutional provider of agricultural inputs. The launch matters because it expands the range of science-backed, state-endorsed crop protection tools available to farmers at a time when pest and weed management costs are a key pressure on farm incomes.
Are the new GSFC pesticides safe for soil health?
According to Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani, a modern formulation method has been adopted under which the pesticides protect crops for a defined period and subsequently break down in the soil without causing harm. He also urged farmers to use the products only when necessary and in prescribed quantities.
What is 'Krushijivan', the magazine unveiled alongside the product launch?
'Krushijivan' is a special agricultural magazine unveiled at the same event, compiled from research by agricultural scientists to provide Gujarat's farmers with practical, evidence-based guidance on crop management and protection. It is intended to complement the new product range with accessible knowledge support.
