Experts have warned that rising fertilizer prices could create a serious financial burden for Pakistan’s agriculture sector, especially for small and medium farmers.
According to estimates, even a Rs. 100 increase in the price of a single fertilizer bag can raise overall farming costs by nearly Rs. 20 billion across the country. This shows how sensitive the agriculture sector is to changes in input prices.
Farmers are already facing higher production expenses due to inflation and increased costs of seeds, fuel, electricity, and machinery.
In this situation, any further rise in fertilizer prices can make cultivation more expensive and reduce profit margins for growers.
Agriculture experts say that fertilizers are a basic and essential input for most major crops, including wheat, rice, cotton, and sugarcane.
When prices increase, farmers either have to spend more or reduce usage, both of which can affect crop yields and overall production.
Stakeholders in the agriculture sector are now calling for urgent measures to keep fertilizer prices stable and affordable. They believe that price control and better supply management are necessary to protect farmers from additional financial stress.
Experts also suggest that government support and timely policy decisions can help maintain balance in the market and ensure that farmers continue production without major disruptions.
They warn that if input costs keep rising, it may not only affect farmers’ income but also have a wider impact on food prices and national food security.