What is the Fertilizer Tracking System? The Digital Solution for Reliable Fertilizer Use in Agriculture
In agricultural production, fertilizer use is indispensable for increasing yield and meeting the nutritional needs of plants. However, counterfeit and poor-quality fertilizers circulating in the market pose serious risks for farmers.
To prevent this problem and ensure the reliability of fertilizers, the Fertilizer Tracking System (GTS) has been implemented. Thanks to GTS, every stage from the producer to the consumer can be monitored digitally.
What is the Fertilizer Tracking System (GTS)?
The Fertilizer Tracking System (GTS) is a platform that digitally monitors the entire process of fertilizers starting from the production stage to import, distribution, and until they reach the end user.
Developed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, this system guarantees the traceability of fertilizers using DNABarkod™ and QR code technology. The system prevents the production and sale of counterfeit fertilizers, ensuring that farmers use original and high-quality fertilizers.
A unique identity is given to each fertilizer package, and all movements in the supply chain are recorded. In this way:
- Counterfeit fertilizer production and sales are prevented
- Farmers use reliable products
- Full transparency is provided in the supply chain
- Agricultural productivity increases
History and Legal Basis of GTS
The Fertilizer Tracking System became mandatory in 2018. The system, which gained a legal basis with the "Communiqué on the Monitoring of Fertilizers Placed on the Market" (Communiqué No: 2017/17) published in the Official Gazette dated April 06, 2017, and numbered 30030, is actively used today.
How Does the Fertilizer Tracking System Work? (Step by Step)
The operation of GTS consists of four basic stages. At each stage, the identity and location of the fertilizer package are recorded in the system:
1. Production or Import Stage
DNABarkod™ and QR code labels are added to the packaging of fertilizers. These labels:
- Contain invisible nano-particles
- Give a unique identity to each product
- Are in an uncopyable structure
- Contain production information
2. Distribution Stage
Wholesalers and dealers track the movements of fertilizers in the supply chain by recording them through the GTS system. Stock management and logistics planning become easier.
3. Retail Sale Stage
Dealers record the transaction by scanning the QR code through the system while selling fertilizer. Information on which farmer the product was sold to and when is automatically processed into the system.
4. End User Verification
When farmers receive the fertilizer, they can verify the authenticity of the fertilizer by scanning the QR code on the packaging via the mobile application or web platform.
The system instantly shows:
- Manufacturer information of the product
- Fertilizer content and ratios
- Production date
- All stages in the supply chain
What is DNABarkod™ Technology?
DNABarkod™ is a biotechnological labeling system that forms the basis of GTS. This domestic and national technology:
- Gives a unique, single identity to each product: No two products can have the same code
- Is invisible and cannot be imitated: It consists of organic nano-particles
- Is resistant to high and low temperatures: It does not deteriorate even in extreme conditions
- Is produced in Turkey: It was developed with domestic and national capital
Thanks to this technology, it can be scientifically proven that the content of the fertilizer packaging truly represents that product.
Who Can Log Into the Fertilizer Tracking System?
GTS can be used by all stakeholders operating in the agriculture and fertilizer sector:
- Producers and Importers: To register the fertilizers they produce or import and manage shipments
- Distributors and Dealers: To track stock, record sales transactions, and ensure customer trust
- Farmers: To check the authenticity of the fertilizers they buy and access product information
- Audit Authorities: To perform market audits, detect counterfeit fertilizers, and conduct regulatory control
Benefits of GTS to Farmers
The Fertilizer Tracking System offers many important advantages for farmers. Here are the main benefits:
1. Reliable Fertilizer Use
Thanks to GTS, the introduction of counterfeit and adulterated fertilizers into the market is prevented. Farmers can be 100% sure that the fertilizer they use is original.
2. Full Information About Product Content
By scanning the QR code on the fertilizer package, the following information is accessed instantly:
- Exact content and nutritional elements of the product
- Production date and expiration date
- Manufacturer company information
- Storage conditions and instructions for use
3. Increase in Productivity and Quality
The use of quality and original fertilizer ensures that plants receive the nutrients they need in the correct proportions. As a result:
- Increase in product quality
- Rise in harvest quantity
- Improvement in plant health
- Preservation of soil structure
4. Cost Savings
By preventing product losses that may occur due to counterfeit fertilizers, unnecessary costs are avoided. Correct fertilizer use provides economic gains in the long run.
Importance of GTS for Importers and Distributors
The Fertilizer Tracking System is also of critical importance for companies at different levels of the supply chain:
Benefits for Importers:
- Prevention of smuggled and counterfeit fertilizers: Market security increases
- Protection of market share: A reliable product image is formed
- Logistics optimization: Planning improves with official records
- Legal compliance: Full compliance with communiqué requirements
Benefits for Distributors:
- Easy stock tracking: Product location is seen instantly
- Increase in customer trust: Sale of counterfeit products is prevented
- Transparency in the supply chain: All movements are recorded
- Digitalization of business processes: Efficiency increases
How to Register for the Fertilizer Tracking System?
To register for GTS, you can follow these steps:
- Go to the official website of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
- Apply online for access to the GTS portal
- Prepare the necessary documents according to your status as a producer, importer, or distributor:
- Trade registry gazette
- Signature circular
- Tax plate
- Activity certificate
- Complete the registration process in accordance with the determined procedure
- Access the platform with the user information allocated by the system
- Procure the necessary equipment (barcode reader, mobile application, etc.)
Is GTS Mandatory? Legal Obligations
Yes, the use of the Fertilizer Tracking System is legally mandatory.
With the communiqué published in 2017, when fertilizer is sold without a DNA barcode, these products are evaluated as unsafe products. Except for fertilizers that fall outside the scope of the system, it is a legal obligation for all fertilizer producers and sellers to be included in the GTS.
For companies that do not register for GTS or do not use the system:
- Administrative fines may be applied
- Product sales may be blocked
- Activity permits may be canceled
Compatibility of GTS and Smart Irrigation Systems in Digital Agriculture
In modern agriculture, another issue as important as fertilizer tracking is smart irrigation and automation systems. Technology companies like Esular offer integrated digital solutions to increase agricultural productivity.
Integration with Smart Agriculture Technologies
Digital tracking of fertilizer use creates a synergistic effect when combined with smart irrigation systems and gives much more effective results:
- Nutrient levels in the soil can be measured instantly with soil moisture sensors
- Fertilization timing can be optimized with wireless irrigation control systems
- Fertilizer application amounts and irrigation schedules are coordinated thanks to remote monitoring technologies
- Plant needs can be predicted with artificial intelligence algorithms
Esular Smart Fertilization Systems
Esular's Smart Agro Series Automatic Liquid Fertilization Systems completely digitalize fertilization in modern agriculture. These professional fertigation systems:
- Control 4 different fertilizer tanks proportionally
- Automatically optimize the nutrient solution by constantly measuring pH and EC values
- Provide remote monitoring and control with wireless connection (GSM, WiFi, LoRaWAN)
- Offer full integration with smart irrigation systems
- Provide up to 25% fertilizer savings and up to 40% yield increase
Advantages of the Automatic Fertilization System
Esular's automatic fertilization systems automate plant nutrition in all agricultural production, from tomato, cucumber, and pepper greenhouses to hydroponic systems, from fruit orchards to flower production:
- Precision Dosing: Suitable for large enterprises with a precision fertilization capacity of up to 4000 liters per hour
- Automatic pH Adjustment: The ideal nutrient formula is automatically applied at every growth stage of the plants
- Remote Control: Management and monitoring possibility from anywhere via the mobile application
- Fertilizer Savings: Complete prevention of waste with application in the right amount
- Yield Increase: Increase in quality and quantity with an optimized nutrition program
- Labor Savings: Elimination of the need for manual fertilization
Esular Wireless Irrigation Control Systems
In addition to fertilization systems, Esular's wireless smart valve control units are also an important part of digitalization in agriculture:
- Works completely wirelessly: Zero cable installation cost
- Powered by solar energy: No electricity bill
- Control from web and mobile application: Access from anywhere
- Soil moisture sensors integration: Automatic irrigation decisions
- Up to 10 years of battery life: Minimal maintenance cost
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Fertilizer Tracking System
What should I do if the QR code does not scan?
In case the QR code does not scan, the barcode on the label can be scanned. If the barcode also does not work, the serial number written on the label can be manually entered into the GTS system.
Is the GTS mobile application paid?
No, the GTS mobile application is completely free. It can be downloaded and used for both Android and iOS.
Which fertilizers are within the scope of GTS?
All fertilizers that fall within the scope of the communiqué, especially nitrate fertilizers, are tracked with the GTS system. Most organic and chemical fertilizers are within the scope of the system.
How can I check as a farmer?
You can check the authenticity of the product by scanning the QR code on the fertilizer package with the mobile application or from the GTS website. The system performs instant verification.
Are smart fertilizer systems compatible with GTS?
Yes, modern automatic fertilizer systems like Esular provide full compatibility by using fertilizers with GTS registration and completely digitalize the fertilization process.
Which languages does the GTS system support?
The GTS portal supports Turkish and English languages.
Are organic fertilizers also included in GTS?
Yes, all organic fertilizers within the scope of the communiqué are also included in the system.
Sustainable Agriculture and Technology
Digital tracking systems like GTS play a critical role in ensuring sustainability and reliability in agriculture. While fighting counterfeit fertilizers, it also:
- Contributes to the protection of soil health
- Prevents environmental pollution – correct fertilizer use protects water resources
- Increases food safety – production of quality products is supported
- Optimizes agricultural yield – correct nutrition programs are applied
- Reduces carbon footprint – unnecessary fertilizer use is prevented
Domestic technology firms like Esular also support this digital transformation with smart irrigation and automation solutions.
Thanks to wireless valve control systems, automatic fertilization machines, soil moisture sensors, and remote monitoring technologies, modern agriculture is becoming more efficient, sustainable, and profitable.
Conclusion: The Future of Reliable Fertilizer Use
The Fertilizer Tracking System (GTS) is a system that ensures the use of reliable fertilizers in agriculture, fights counterfeit products, and brings full transparency to the supply chain. GTS, which has been mandatory since 2018, offers important benefits for all stakeholders, from farmers to importers.
GTS, as a part of digital agricultural technologies, maximizes agricultural productivity when combined with smart irrigation systems and automation solutions.
Offered by Esular:
- Wireless and solar-powered irrigation control systems
- Automatic liquid fertilization machines
- Soil moisture sensors
- Remote monitoring and control platforms
These are each important parts of this digital transformation and have become indispensable elements of modern agriculture.
To get more information about the Fertilizer Tracking System, you can visit the official website of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, and for smart agriculture solutions, you can examine Esular products.
Contact and Support
To learn more about modern agricultural technologies, smart irrigation systems, and automatic fertilization solutions and to examine our products:
📞 Phone: 0850 303 49 91
🌐 Website: esular.com
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We are with you on your digitalization journey in agriculture! Contact us for 24/7 technical support and consultancy service.
⚠️ Important Note: The information stated in this article is valid as of the publication date. For current campaign and price information, please visit official sales channels. For legal regulations regarding GTS, follow the current communiqués of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. For detailed technical information, installation support, and current prices about Esular products, you can visit the store pages or contact our customer service.
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