Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, chaired a high-level meeting of the Fertilizer Review Committee to assess the supply–demand situation of urea and DAP fertilizers for Rabi 2025–26 and projections for Kharif 2026. The meeting was attended by representatives from provinces, fertilizer industry leaders including Fauji Fertilizer Company, Engro Corporation, Fatima Fertilizer Company, FMPak Limited, and officials from the National Fertilizer Development Centre along with other stakeholders.
The Minister reaffirmed the Government’s strong commitment to ensuring uninterrupted availability of fertilizers, emphasizing that agriculture—contributing nearly 19–20% to GDP and employing around 37–38% of the labor force—remains central to Pakistan’s economic stability. He noted that the Government is proactively monitoring both domestic and international developments to safeguard farmers’ interests and maintain market stability.
The meeting noted with satisfaction that Pakistan’s fertilizer sector continues to demonstrate strong supply–demand alignment. Urea availability during Rabi 2025–26 remained above demand levels, ensuring smooth cultivation of wheat and other crops, while DAP availability also remained sufficient to meet farmers’ requirements. Provinces reported healthy agricultural activity, reflecting improved crop economics and seasonal demand patterns.
Pakistan cultivates approximately 22–23 million hectares annually across Rabi and Kharif seasons, with wheat dominating the Rabi season, and rice, cotton, and sugarcane as key Kharif crops. Fertilizer usage continues to align with these cropping cycles, supporting increased productivity. Annual urea demand ranges between 6.5–7.0 million tons, while DAP demand stands between 1.2–1.5 million tons, with domestic production meeting the majority of requirements.
The meeting was informed that Pakistan’s fertilizer industry maintains a strong production base, with urea production capacity of approximately 7 million tons annually. The sector continues to operate efficiently through coordinated resource management and optimal utilization of available inputs, ensuring consistent supply across the country.
Reviewing the outlook for Kharif 2026, the Minister expressed satisfaction that a comfortable supply position is expected for both urea and DAP, with sufficient buffer stocks to meet seasonal demand. The Government remains fully prepared to take timely measures, if required, to maintain adequate availability and avoid any disruption during peak sowing periods.
The Government is also actively monitoring global fertilizer markets and facilitating import arrangements to ensure timely availability of DAP. Emphasis was placed on improving logistics and supply chain efficiency to support uninterrupted distribution across all regions.
The Minister underscored the importance of ensuring that fertilizers are available to farmers at affordable prices, noting that domestic urea prices remain significantly lower than international markets, reflecting the Government’s continued support to the agriculture sector. He directed all stakeholders to ensure transparency and efficiency in distribution so that fertilizers reach farmers in a timely manner.
Concluding the meeting, Rana Tanveer Hussain reaffirmed that Pakistan’s fertilizer sector is stable, well-managed, and capable of meeting the country’s growing agricultural needs. He emphasized that with adequate stock buffers, strong production capacity, and effective coordination among stakeholders, both Rabi 2025–26 and Kharif 2026 seasons are expected to remain smooth and free from shortages. The Government remains committed to supporting farmers through proactive policies and ensuring availability of essential inputs to strengthen Pakistan’s agricultural economy.
