Suffering of Pakistani Farmers Could Get Worse in Coming Weeks
Fertilizer prices in Pakistan are likely to come under fresh upward pressure as international phosphoric acid prices have surged to … Read More The post Suffering of Pakistani Farmers Could Get Worse in Coming Weeks appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistani farmers may face worsening hardships in the coming weeks due to a surge in fertilizer prices. The cost of crucial ingredients like Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) is expected to rise as international phosphoric acid prices hit a 16-quarter high. This is largely attributed to the Gulf war, which has driven up the average international phosphoric acid price to around $1,647 per ton in the first three quarters of 2026.
Pakistan relies heavily on Middle Eastern imports for phosphoric acid, accounting for roughly half of its supply. Contract prices for phosphoric acid in the third quarter of 2026 have reached $1,700 per ton, a significant jump from $1,360 per ton in the previous quarter. This price hike poses a serious threat to fertilizer manufacturers and, consequently, farmers, as any increases in international prices could be transferred to the domestic market.
Similarly, international DAP prices have also climbed to an average of $840 per ton in the first three quarters of 2026, another 16-quarter high.
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