Farmers Face Chemical Fertilizer Shortage During Cropping Season
Summary
Farmers in Madhesh Province are experiencing a shortage of chemical fertilizers during the cropping season, impacting maize and paddy cultivation. The shortage is attributed to lower supply than demand, black marketing, and stricter border controls.
Key Points
- Farmers in Madhesh Province face chemical fertilizer shortages during critical cropping seasons for maize and paddy.
- Government-subsidized fertilizers like DAP and Urea are insufficiently stocked in provincial offices, leading to reduced agricultural productivity.
- Black marketing and stricter border controls have exacerbated the shortage by limiting farmers' ability to procure fertilizers unofficially.
- Authorities acknowledge the supply-demand gap and are seeking alternative solutions amid delays caused by rising petroleum product prices.
