West Asia conflict disrupts fertiliser supply
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The ongoing conflict in West Asia has disrupted the delivery of 185,000 tonnes of chemical fertiliser, raising concerns for the upcoming monsoon paddy planting season. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment is implementing alternative measures and seeking urgent imports through government-to-government arrangements to manage supply shortages. Efforts are underway to secure timely supplies, with assurances that there will be no problem by mid-July 2026, and farmers are also being encouraged to use compost fertilisers.
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