Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Odisha Farmers Face Fertilizer Shortage Amid Kharif Sowing
Farmers in Odisha are worried because they can't get enough fertilizer for their crops.
They say there isn't enough DAP and urea, and some people are selling it illegally.
The government says there's enough fertilizer and is trying to stop the illegal sales.
This is happening during the monsoon season when farmers need to plant their crops.
Farmers in Odisha face fertilizer shortages amid kharif sowing season.
Concerns over DAP and urea availability, with allegations of black marketing.
Farmers report sleepless nights and long queues to obtain fertilizers.
Government claims no shortage and warns against hoarding and black marketing.
Authorities suggest using complex fertilizers as a substitute for DAP.
- Who
- Farmers in Odisha, particularly in Bargarh and Sundargarh districts
- What
- Fertilizer shortage affecting kharif sowing
- When
- During the monsoon season
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- Due to alleged diversion of supplies and black marketing, with the government emphasizing complex fertilizers as a substitute for DAP.
Farmers' Concerns
Government's Stance
Fertilizer Availability
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers report sleepless nights and long queues due to fears of DAP and urea shortages, with allegations of black marketing and diversion of supplies.
Government's Stance
The state government claims there is no shortage of fertilizers and warns against hoarding and black marketing.
- Location
- Odisha, India
- Fertilizers in Shortage
- DAP (Diammonium Phosphate), Urea
- Season
- Kharif
- Affected Districts
- Bargarh, Sundargarh
- Government Action
- Crackdown on hoarding and black marketing