Four cargo ships transporting urea, di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), and sulphur from the Persian Gulf are en route to Indian ports after crossing the Strait of Hormuz. These vessels are bound for Krishnapatnam, Kakinada, Paradeep, and Mundra to bolster the nation’s fertilizer reserves and meet agricultural needs upon arrival.
As of June 22, India’s total fertilizer stockpile stands at 196.08 lakh tons, showing a significant increase from last year’s 168.67 lakh tons. The stock includes urea, DAP, NPK, MOP, and SSP, ensuring a robust inventory to support agricultural activities.
Following the recent Middle East crisis, fertilizer sales in India surged to 153.4 lakh tons from March 1, 2026, to June 21, 2026, indicating a growth of 13.2 lakh tons compared to the previous year. The government has focused on enhancing local production and strategic imports to shield farmers from global market uncertainties.
India has procured 17.70 LMT of urea through global tenders, securing a total of over 90 LMT of Urea and P&K fertilizers for the ongoing kharif season. This procurement strategy involved diplomatic efforts with 28 Indian Missions abroad to diversify import sources.
The sourced urea originates from various countries such as Oman, Malaysia, Vietnam, and others, while DAP and NPK shipments have been obtained through the Red Sea route from countries like Russia, Morocco, and the USA.
