Centre plans digital trail for fertiliser subsidies via AgriStackThe government is set to link fertiliser sales with the national AgriStack database. This digital initiative aims to prevent the misuse of ...
25 May, 2026, 11.57 PM IST
From queues to QR codes: A state in India may have found the fix for India’s fertiliser distribution woesWhile the Madhya Pradesh government projects it as a major reform to streamline fertiliser distribution, industry stakeholders say it’s sti...
18 May, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
IBA calls for 10 pc fermented organic manure blending with fertilizers to save $2 bn importsThe Indian Biogas Association proposes a 10% mandatory blending of fermented organic manure with chemical fertilizers by 2030, aiming to sa...
10 May, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
IBA seeks 10% compulsory fermented organic manure blending target by 2030India's soil health is set to improve with a new proposal for Fermented Organic Manure (FOM). The Indian Biogas Association suggests a phas...
10 May, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
West Asia conflict raises inflation risks; India's domestic strength offers cushion: Finmin reportIndia faces supply shocks from the West Asia conflict. This impacts inflation and trade. However, strong domestic demand and policy measure...
29 Apr, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Govt floats mega fertiliser tender, seeks 85 MT of nutrient imports to bolster reserves ahead of main planting seasonIndia has floated a global tender to import 50 million tonnes of NPK fertilisers and 35 million tonnes of ammonium sulphate to strengthen n...
28 Apr, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
India needs to reduce the strategic importance of fertilisers through a bold agricultural policyGlobal events like the West Asia conflict and El Nino threaten governments. Rising fertilizer prices create a fiscal and political crisis f...
27 Apr, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
El Niño and geopolitical tensions cloud India’s rural economy: A somber 2026 outlookIndia’s rural economy faces pressure in 2026 from a likely El Niño-driven weak monsoon and rising input costs due to US-Iran tensions. Lowe...
21 Apr, 2026, 09.35 AM IST
India must cut fertiliser import dependence, leverage AI and precision tech: ICAR chiefIndia is seeking self-reliance in fertilizers. Experts propose a multi-pronged approach using artificial intelligence and precision nutrien...
14 Apr, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
Cabinet clears Rs 41,534 crore fertiliser subsidy for kharif 2026The Union cabinet has approved nutrient-based subsidy rates for phosphatic and potassic fertilisers for the upcoming kharif 2026 season. An...
09 Apr, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
Cabinet approves Rs 41,534 cr P&K fertilisers subsidy for kharif 2026 seasonIn a strategic move to enhance agricultural output, the government has rolled out a substantial subsidy of Rs 41,534 crore aimed at support...
08 Apr, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
Cabinet clears Rs 1.74 lakh crore projects; major push for HPCL Rajasthan refinery expansion and Jaipur Metro Phase 2The Union Cabinet has approved significant proposals totaling Rs 1.74 lakh crore. These include substantial fertiliser support for farmers,...
08 Apr, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
- Government likely to consider subsidy on P&K fertiliser tomorrow
The government is likely to consider tomorrow a proposal to fix subsidy on non-urea phosphatic and potassic fertilisers for 2013-14 fiscal.
30 Apr, 2013, 08.25 PM IST
Short-term concerns persist for fertiliser industry, says EdelweissAs the multiple headwinds that the fertiliser industry was facing during FY13 continue, short-term concerns persist for the sector, said Ed...
19 Apr, 2013, 05.12 PM IST
- Subsidy under Nutrient Based Subsidy scheme increased
The government on Thursday announced an increase in the subsidy for potash and di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) under the Nutrient Based Subsidy...
29 Apr, 2011, 05.43 AM IST
- Nutrient-based subsidy likely for urea soon
A key committee of secretaries that met on Monday has agreed "in principle" to bring urea under the nutrient-based subsidy regime, or NBS.
29 Mar, 2011, 05.36 AM IST
- Will the new nutrient-based subsidy help?
The new nutrient-based subsidy policy is finally effective from April 1, 2010. The subsidy will be admissible for the three macro nutrients...
06 Apr, 2010, 02.41 AM IST