Archive · 2 Sep 2025
CM Naidu Orders Crackdown on Fertilizer Black Market
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Chandrababu Naidu, is cracking down on the illegal sale of fertilizers.
He told officials to stop the black market and make sure farmers have enough.
The state has more fertilizer than needed, and he wants to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers over time.
He also wants to make sure farmers get a fair price for their fruits and vegetables, and is working on controlling a pest affecting coffee crops.
CM Naidu directed officials to prevent fertilizer diversion to the black market.
The state's fertilizer availability is higher than demand, according to officials.
Over 200,000 metric tons of urea have been supplied this season.
CM wants to gradually make Andhra Pradesh a chemical fertilizer-free state.
Naidu directed officials to ensure minimum prices for 11 horticultural crops.
- Who
- Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Officials
- What
- Review of fertilizer supply, black market prevention, and horticultural crop support.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Secretariat
- Why
- To address fertilizer diversion, ensure adequate supply, and support farmers.
Public's Concerns
Government's Stance
Fertilizer Supply
Public's Concerns
Some people spreading propaganda regarding fertilizer shortage
Government's Stance
State's fertilizer availability higher than demand
- Key Official
- Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
- Meeting Focus
- Fertilizer Availability and Supply
- Fertilizer Delivered
- Over 200,000 metric tons of urea
- Fertilizer Surplus
- 91,000 tonnes of urea
- Horticultural Crops
- Minimum prices to be ensured for 11 crops
- Pest Affected Crop
- Coffee
