Centre allocates adequate fertilisers for Rabi in AP

The Central government has allocated an abundant supply of fertilisers, including urea, to Andhra Pradesh for the Rabi season. Expressing gratitude for the Centre’s support, Agriculture Minister K Atchennaidu thanked Union Minister for Civil Aviation K Rammohan Naidu for his proactive efforts in securing the required fertilisers for the State.
The Centre had set a target of 21.31 lakh metric tonnes of fertilisers for the Rabi season but surpassed it by allocating 22.30 lakh metric tonnes, including urea. For January, the state’s requirement was 2.29 lakh metric tonnes of urea, while the Centre allocated 2.32 lakh metric tonnes to meet the demand.
In a press statement issued on Sunday, Atchennaidu thanked the Centre for exceeding the initial target and ensuring sufficient supply. He particularly appreciated the allocation of 1 lakh metric tonnes of domestically produced urea, crucial for the state’s crops. He acknowledged the active coordination and leadership of K Rammohan Naidu in ensuring timely supply when farmers needed it most.
Director of Agriculture S Dilli Rao also expressed appreciation for the increased allocation of urea. He urged state authorities to ensure adequate distribution arrangements so that farmers receive the fertiliser on time. He emphasised that proper distribution would prevent black market activities and exorbitant pricing often seen during shortages.
The coordinated efforts between the state and central governments aim to ensure uninterrupted fertiliser availability to farmers, facilitating a successful Rabi season in Andhra Pradesh.