Pakistan secures fertilizer supply amid regional challenges

March 10, 2026 (MLN): The government has taken proactive steps to ensure a stable supply of fertilizers across the country, despite challenges in the regional market.

A comprehensive review of urea and DAP availability revealed that all fertilizer plants are operating at full capacity, gas supply remains uninterrupted, and logistics systems are functioning efficiently.

Contingency plans have been formulated to address any potential future disruptions, ensuring that farmers’ needs are fully met.

Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, chaired the high-level Fertilizer Review Committee meeting, which was attended by senior officials and key stakeholders from fertilizer manufacturing companies, as reported by APP.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding agricultural productivity and food security, assuring that farmers will not face undue burdens.

During the meeting, the current supply and demand situation of urea and DAP fertilizers was closely reviewed in a regionally challenging environment.

The minister highlighted that DAP plants are fully functional and that smooth production and continuous distribution are being maintained.

Rana Tanveer Hussain emphasized the importance of seamless coordination between manufacturers, distributors, and provincial authorities to sustain uninterrupted supply chains.

The meeting also stressed monitoring fertilizer prices at local and provincial levels to prevent artificial shortages or hoarding, ensuring fertilizers remain accessible and affordable.

The committee explored strategic measures to strengthen domestic production and reduce reliance on imports.

Alternative supply mechanisms are also ready to be deployed if necessary, guaranteeing that fertilizers reach farmers under all circumstances.

Concluding the session, the minister affirmed that the government remains fully prepared to implement proactive steps to stabilize the fertilizer market and protect agriculture from regional disruptions, ensuring farmers’ needs are met both now and in the long term.

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