Fertiliser Import Diversification Strategy

Government Officials Discuss Potential Sourcing Options

The Indian government may deepen its fertiliser import diversification strategy by exploring sourcing options in China, Russia, and Canada, while engaging with Iran to ensure supply chain stability.

China may emerge as a key supplier of urea in case of shortfalls, while Russia could continue to supply fertilisers through alternative channels. Long-term sourcing arrangements with Canada may be expanded to ensure stability.

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Diversification Strategy

The government aims to diversify fertiliser imports to mitigate supply disruptions and logistical constraints. This will enable India to shift sourcing depending on regional supply disruptions or logistical constraints.

Domestic Measures

To improve production and availability, the government has taken various measures, including:

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• Pre-poning maintenance shutdowns to manage production and the situation better
• Encouraging alternatives such as nano-fertilisers and other technologies to reduce dependence on conventional imports

Global Tenders

The Centre has already issued global tenders for fertiliser imports, which have received good responses. The bulk of the quantities ordered from various sources are expected to arrive by the end of March 2026.

Key Figures

• March 2026: Expected arrival date for bulk of fertiliser quantities ordered from various sources
• Kharif 2026: Fertiliser situation for the current season
• Randhir Jaiswal: External affairs ministry spokesperson