Haryana has adequate fertilizer stocks for Kharif despite global disruptions: KRIBHCO

Haryana has adequate fertilizer stocks to meet farmer requirements for the upcoming Kharif 2026 season despite ongoing global supply disruptions arising from the West Asia crisis, senior officials of KRIBHCO said on Wednesday.

Speaking at a media workshop organised by the Forum for Indian Journalists on Education, Environment, Health & Agriculture (FIJEEHA) in collaboration with ACTION, Desh Raj Singh Vishnoi, State Marketing Manager of KRIBHCO Haryana, said the total fertilizer requirement for Haryana during the Kharif season has been estimated at around 16.20 lakh metric tonnes.

According to Vishnoi, the highest demand continues to be for urea at nearly 11 lakh metric tonnes, reflecting the state’s continued dependence on nutrient-intensive crops such as paddy. The estimated seasonal requirement also includes around 2.80 lakh metric tonnes of DAP, 0.95 lakh metric tonnes of SSP, 0.70 lakh metric tonnes of MOP, 0.60 lakh metric tonnes of complex fertilizers, and 0.15 lakh metric tonnes of city compost.

Vishnoi said that despite global challenges and disruptions in international supply chains, coordinated efforts by the government, cooperative institutions and fertilizer companies are ensuring timely fertilizer availability across Haryana ahead of the crucial sowing season.

He noted that uninterrupted fertilizer supplies and balanced nutrient management remain critical for maintaining agricultural productivity in the state, particularly during the Kharif cycle when paddy cultivation significantly drives fertilizer demand.

Alongside ensuring supply stability, the focus is also shifting toward more sustainable agricultural practices. Vishnoi said farmers are being encouraged to adopt nano fertilizers, bio-fertilizers and balanced nutrient management systems to improve productivity while reducing environmental stress.

The workshop also highlighted KRIBHCO’s broader initiatives around climate-resilient agriculture and soil health management. The cooperative is conducting farmer awareness and training programmes on soil testing, crop-specific nutrient management and balanced fertilizer application aimed at reducing excessive dependence on conventional chemical fertilizers.

KRIBHCO officials emphasised that products such as nano urea and bio-fertilizers can improve nutrient-use efficiency, reduce wastage and lower environmental pollution, contributing to long-term agricultural sustainability.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Navneet Anand, President of FIJEEHA, said KRIBHCO has played a significant role in ensuring seamless fertilizer supply to Haryana farmers and highlighted the contribution of cooperative-led institutions in strengthening the agricultural ecosystem.

Pragya Lal Ranjan of ACTION said timely access to quality fertilizers remains essential for sustaining Haryana’s agricultural economy, particularly during the Kharif season, which continues to form the backbone of the state’s farm sector.

The discussions reflected a larger policy direction emerging across Indian agriculture — balancing productivity needs with sustainability, resource efficiency and climate resilience amid increasing global uncertainties.