India sets out new fertilizer security package

India’s government has set out a package of measures to strengthen domestic fertilizer production, diversify raw material and import sources, and ensure uninterrupted availability of fertilizers despite global supply disruptions and price volatility. Domestic output is influenced by feedstock availability, international price swings and plant shutdowns, so authorities have moved to broaden sourcing and secure 2.5 million tonnes and 1.77 million tonnes of urea through global tenders in April and June 2026, respectively, totalling 4.27 million tonnes.

To keep product flowing to farms, the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare works with State governments to assess seasonal requirements, while the Department of Fertilizers allocates supplies via monthly plans and tracks movements through the Integrated Fertilizer Management System (iFMS). Weekly review meetings with State officials and forward imports are used to maintain continuity of supply.