Fertiliser Vessels Stranded at Indian Ports Amid Kharif Sowing Season
Fertiliser Vessels Stranded at Indian Ports Amid Kharif Sowing Season
IN · Published Jul 22, 2026
• Several fertiliser vessels are stranded at major Indian ports, including Kandla, Mundra, Jawaharlal Nehru Port, and Chennai, during the critical kharif sowing season. According to The Times of India, delays in unloading and distribution have been caused by port congestion, monsoon-related disruptions, and a shortage of trailers. Geopolitical tensions, particularly in West Asia, have further exacerbated the situation by disrupting shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz. One vessel carrying 60,000 tonnes of DAP/NPK and another with 7,000 tonnes of urea have been awaiting berthing at Kandla Port since July
• The delays are raising concerns about the timely availability of fertilisers, which are essential for sowing crops during this period.

Impact & Risks

Farmers are at risk of facing fertiliser shortages, which could disrupt the sowing process and impact crop yields. The delays in fertiliser distribution come at a time when kharif sowing has accelerated due to improved rainfall in early July. Industry officials warn that inland logistics bottlenecks and global supply chain disruptions could worsen the situation. Supplies of DAP remain constrained due to limited global availability of ammonia and sulphur, critical raw materials for fertiliser production.

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