Iran conflict disrupts fertiliser supplies to India
India's fertiliser supply chain is strained due to disruptions from the Iran conflict, raising concerns over agricultural output. Current urea stocks are around 6.2 million tonnes, sufficient for the upcoming sowing season, but risks remain if disruptions continue.
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India's fertiliser supply chain faces strain due to shipping disruptions from the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The country, the second-largest fertiliser consumer globally, relies heavily on imports that transit through the affected Strait of Hormuz.
Key Points:
• Current urea stocks are around 6.2 million tonnes
• Adequate for the upcoming sowing season, but risks remain if disruptions continue.
Prime Minister Modi assured measures to maintain fertiliser availability and protect farmers from potential price hikes.
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