Archive · 8 Dec 2025

Kerala Farmers Face Urea, Potash Shortage Ahead of Monsoon

Kerala Farmers Face Urea, Potash Shortage Ahead of Monsoon

Farmers in Kerala are worried because they don't have enough urea and potash, which are important fertilisers for their crops.

These fertilisers are needed during a special time when the rains come from the northeast.

Without them, the crops might not grow as much, and the farmers could lose money.

Kerala has a lot of farmland, and many different crops grow there, like rice, coconut, and pineapple.

The farmers and the agriculture minister are asking the government to help by making sure these fertilisers are available and not too expensive.

Using the wrong fertilisers can also hurt the environment and cost more money.

Some farmers are not using the right amount of fertilisers because they don't have the right information or tests.

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