Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Union Cabinet Approves Rs 37,952 Cr Fertilizer Subsidy for Rabi Season
The government has decided to give special financial help, called a subsidy, to farmers for important plant food called fertilizers.
This is for the upcoming colder growing season.
Even though the cost of making fertilizers has gone up a lot around the world, the government is making sure farmers can still buy fertilizers like DAP at the same lower price.
This important decision helps farmers, who are very important for growing food, and also helps the companies that make fertilizers so they can keep producing them.
The government wants to make sure there are always enough fertilizers for everyone who needs them.
This shows they care about farmers and making sure the country has enough food.
Union Cabinet approved Rs 37,952 crore for Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) for Rabi 2025-26.
Subsidy aims to protect farmers from rising global fertilizer prices and ensure supply.
28 types of NPKS complex fertilizers, including DAP, will be covered.
Farmers will continue to receive DAP at Rs 1,350 per 50-kg bag despite a 25% increase in input costs.
Ramagundam Fertilizer Corporation Limited in Telangana has restarted production after a halt.
- Who
- The Union Cabinet, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy
- What
- Approved Rs 37,952 crore Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) for phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilizers for the Rabi 2025-26 season.
- When
- Tuesday, for the Rabi 2025-26 season.
- Where
- New Delhi (Cabinet approval), Telangana (fertilizer supply and RFCL operations)
- Why
- To safeguard farmers from rising global fertilizer prices, ease financial strain on manufacturers, ensure uninterrupted supply, and demonstrate commitment to farmer welfare.
Government Action
Market Realities
Fertilizer Pricing and Affordability
Government Action
The Union Cabinet's approval of a Rs 37,952 crore subsidy ensures that farmers continue to receive DAP at Rs 1,350 per 50-kg bag, shielding them from global price hikes.
Market Realities
Global input costs for fertilizers have risen by 25% between March and July 2025, indicating significant market pressures despite the subsidy.
Commitment to Farmer Welfare
Government Action
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy emphasized the government's commitment to farmer welfare, citing past crisis management and the revival of RFCL as evidence.
Market Realities
While fertilizer availability is highlighted, the specific financial relief to manufacturers beyond ensuring continued supply at subsidized rates for farmers is not detailed.
- Subsidy Amount
- Rs 37,952 crore
- Subsidy Scheme
- Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS)
- Season
- Rabi 2025-26
- Fertilizer Types
- 28 NPKS complex fertilizers, including DAP, MAP, MOP, TSP, SSP, Potash Derived Molasses, and Aluminum Sulphate
- Farmer Price for DAP
- Rs 1,350 per 50-kg bag
- Global Input Cost Increase
- 25% between March and July 2025
- Ramagundam Fertilizer Corporation Limited Production
- 90% of 3,850 metric tons daily capacity operational after restart on October 2
Sources
Cabinet clears ₹37,952 crore nutrient-based subsidy for rabi 2025-26 on P&K fertilisers
Cabinet approves Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for Rabi Season 2025-26
Cabinet approves ₹37,952 crore subsidy for P&K fertiliser for 2025 rabi season
Cabinet approves Rs 37,952 cr subsidy for P&K fertiliser for 2025 rabi season
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