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India’s urea production has been halved as tensions in West Asia disrupt liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. Force majeure declarations have impacted deliveries, leading to gas curtailments for fertilizer units, according to Economictimes.indiatimes.com.
The supply disruptions are increasing energy consumption and production costs for urea manufacturers. The situation could affect fertilizer availability for the upcoming kharif sowing season, potentially impacting agricultural output across India.
Current urea stocks are reportedly higher than last year, which may provide some buffer against immediate shortages. However, continued disruptions could strain supply chains and increase import reliance.
The fertilizer sector is closely monitoring the situation, with industry analysts assessing the long-term implications for domestic urea production and import strategies. Disruptions highlight the vulnerability of India’s fertilizer supply chain to geopolitical instability and the importance of diversifying gas sources.
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