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‘It all depends on the crop’: Gulf crisis hits South Asia farmers
- Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could raise fertiliser prices and affect imports across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
- Farmers in Punjab, Kashmir, and across the region report already feeling higher costs and tighter fertiliser access.
- India says it diversified options for imports and expanded urea and fertiliser production to support farmers.
- Farmers say even small price changes push decisions on fertiliser use and crop planning.
- Pakistan asserts readiness to ensure fertiliser supply during the peak sowing period.
- Bangladesh faces exposure to imported fertilisers and rising prices amid the Gulf crisis.
- Nepal officials warn of possible shipment delays despite secured fertiliser for the upcoming season.
- Farmers are adapting by using more traditional nutrient sources to offset potential shortfalls.
- The agriculture sector remains a significant part of South Asian economies, employing tens of millions.
- Experts warn global price shocks can translate into higher food prices in the region.
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