Neem, tulsi pesticides used in FCI godowns: Govt
The Central government on Thursday said it has started using natural pesticides made of neem and tulsi in Food Corporation of India (FCI) godowns nationwide. "Chemical pesticides harm grains like rice and wheat stored in godowns, which in turn causes health hazard(s) to consumers," FCI officials said. Natural pesticides are being used post discussions with organic farming experts, officials added.