MSV Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. Β· DSIR Recognised
DSIR Recognised Β· TU/IV-RD/3022

Research & Development

A DSIR-recognised R&D laboratory advancing biofertilizer science, nitrogen fixation, and sustainable agricultural solutions for India's farmers.

2007
Established
10+
Active Projects
15+
Research Areas
Our Mission

Science That Serves the Soil

MSV Laboratories was founded on a simple conviction: the future of Indian agriculture depends on biology, not chemistry. Our R&D Division develops biofertilizers and nitrogen-fixing formulations that restore soil health, reduce chemical dependence, and increase yields for small and marginal farmers.

Every project we undertake is guided by three principles β€” scientific rigour, environmental responsibility, and direct field impact.

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Scientific Rigour

Peer-reviewed methods, controlled trials, reproducible results.

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Environmental Responsibility

Zero-harm formulations, sustainable inputs, long-term soil health.

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Field Impact

Direct collaboration with farmers for real-world validation.

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TU/IV-RD/3022
DSIR Recognition Number
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Core Research Labs
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10+
Published Papers
Focus Areas

Where We Innovate

Six core research domains driving our laboratory's work.

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Biofertilizer Development

Isolation, screening, and formulation of nitrogen-fixing and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria for diverse crop systems.

RhizobiumAzotobacterPSB
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Liquid Nitrogen Fixation

Development of liquid biofertilizer concentrates with extended shelf life and superior field application efficiency.

ConcentratesStabilityField Trials
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Microbial Genomics

Genomic characterization of indigenous microbial strains to understand their plant-growth-promoting mechanisms.

16S rRNAGenome Sequencing
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Field Validation

Multi-location field trials across West Bengal to validate formulations under real agricultural conditions.

RiceChickpeaVegetables
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Soil Health Analytics

Physicochemical and biological soil profiling to measure the impact of our formulations on soil ecosystems.

pH & NPKOrganic Carbon
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Sustainable Formulations

Development of carrier-based and liquid formulations using agricultural waste and locally available biomaterials.

Waste-to-ValueCarrier Design
Comprehensive Research Portfolio

15+ Active Research Areas

Beyond our six core domains, our laboratory actively investigates a broad spectrum of agricultural science topics β€” from antimicrobial screening to sustainable pest management β€” supporting students, collaborators, and industry partners.

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Antimicrobial Activity

Screening of plant extracts and microbial metabolites against pathogenic bacteria and fungi.

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Phytochemical Analysis

Qualitative and quantitative profiling of secondary metabolites in medicinal plants.

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Plant Tissue Culture

Micropropagation, callus induction, and in-vitro regeneration of economically important crops.

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Plant Growth Promotion

Evaluation of PGPR strains for auxin production, siderophore activity, and yield enhancement.

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Phosphate Solubilization

Isolation and characterization of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria from agricultural soils.

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Liquid Biofertilizers

Development of stable liquid formulations with extended shelf-life and higher CFU counts.

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Biocontrol Agents

Exploration of antagonistic microbes against soil-borne phytopathogens.

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Soil Microbial Diversity

Metagenomic and culture-based study of rhizosphere microbial communities.

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Rhizosphere Biology

Understanding root-microbe signalling and its effect on nutrient uptake.

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Secondary Metabolites

Extraction and characterization of bioactive compounds from microbial cultures.

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Seed Treatment Tech

Bio-priming and coating formulations for improved germination and vigour.

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Composting & Organic Matter

Accelerated composting techniques and microbial inoculants for organic farming.

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Crop Disease Management

Integrated biological approaches for common bacterial and fungal crop diseases.

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Post-Harvest Technology

Bio-based preservatives and shelf-life extension for fruits and vegetables.

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Medicinal Plant Research

Propagation and phytochemical evaluation of herbal and aromatic plants.

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Sustainable Pest Management

Development of bio-pesticides and botanical repellents as safer alternatives.

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Biofortification

Microbial-assisted enrichment of crops with iron, zinc, and essential micronutrients.

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Nitrogen Cycling

Study of nitrogen fixation, nitrification, and denitrification pathways in soil.

Our Infrastructure

World-Class Facilities

Equipped for advanced microbiology, molecular biology, and analytical chemistry.

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Microbiology Lab

Laminar flow hoods, autoclaves, incubators, and culture collection for bacterial strain maintenance.

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Molecular Biology Lab

PCR, gel electrophoresis, and DNA extraction facilities for genomic characterization work.

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Analytical Chemistry

Spectrophotometry, pH meters, and titrimetric setups for soil and formulation analysis.

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Plant Growth Chamber

Controlled environment growth chambers for pot trials and germination studies.

Research Output

Published & Presented Work

Peer-reviewed publications and conference contributions from our team.

2026

Evaluation of Zinc Solubilizing Bacterial Isolates for Enhancement of Seed Germination, Plant Growth, and Zinc Biofortification in Wheat (Triticum aestivum) under Pot Conditions

Maiti, S. B. et al.

Journal Article
2025

Future horizons: Innovation, aging, and equity

Jana, M. K. et al.

Literature Review
2025

Biodegradation of Waste Plastic by Bacterial Consortium from Contaminated Soil and Cow Dung

Banerjee, G. et al.

Journal Article
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Collaborate With Our R&D Team

We welcome partnerships with academic institutions, agricultural research bodies, and industry players working on sustainable agriculture.

For Students

Join Our Research Team

Applications are open for internships, dissertation projects, and research training programs across all our focus areas.

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