India fertilizer output drops a quarter on Mideast war
Summary
India's fertilizer production fell nearly 25% in March due to disruptions in natural gas imports linked to the Middle East conflict, affecting the agriculture sector.
Key Points
- India’s fertilizer production declined by 24.6 percent in March 2026 compared to March 2025.
- The decline follows disruptions to natural gas imports caused by the Middle East conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- India depends on imports of raw materials like rock phosphate, phosphoric acid and potash for fertilizer production.
- India increased subsidies on fertilizers by 11 percent in April to shield farmers from rising prices.
