The Soil Health Card program in Gujarat has significantly impacted local agriculture by allowing farmers to optimize fertilizer use and enhance crop yields. Hirenbhai Nakrani, a cotton farmer from Bhavnagar, exemplifies this success; after a soil test, he reduced his fertilizer use by nearly half, from 400 kg of urea and 290 kg of DAP to 180 kg and 140 kg, respectively, resulting in an increase in yield from 8 tonnes to 11.24 tonnes. The program, which has issued over 2.23 crore cards since its launch in 2003, aims to promote balanced fertilizer use and improve soil fertility. With a target to test 2.18 lakh soil samples this year, the initiative provides farmers with tailored recommendations based on laboratory analyses of their soil. Parul Parmar, Assistant Director of Agriculture, noted that the program analyzes 12 soil parameters, including essential nutrients and micronutrients, helping farmers avoid excessive fertilizer application. Overall, the initiative supports sustainable farming practices and enhances productivity in the long term.