Bangladesh fertiliser import approval was granted today for the procurement of large fertiliser volumes to ensure uninterrupted farm input availability during the next agricultural season. The government cleared proposals for importing 80,000 metric tons of fertiliser and 20,000 metric tons of phosphoric acid, a move officials say will stabilise the supply chain during peak demand months.
The approval came during the 49th meeting of the Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase, chaired by Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed at the Bangladesh Secretariat. Members reviewed pricing, supplier terms and logistical timelines before issuing approval.
Bangladesh fertiliser import approval covers phosphoric acid and MOP
The government will import 20,000 MT of phosphoric acid for DAP Fertilizer Company Ltd at a value of Tk 194 crore, equivalent to US$745.20 per ton, from Gentrade FZE, UAE. This grade of phosphoric acid is a critical feedstock for DAP production, especially when domestic reserves tighten.
The Committee also endorsed an import of 40,000 MT fertiliser from SABIC Agri-nutrients Company, Saudi Arabia, costing Tk 203.09 crore. A separate contract approved 40,000 MT of MOP fertiliser via a state-level deal with Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) worth Tk 172.65 crore, to be handled by the Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC).
Why this import approval matters for Bangladesh agriculture
Officials say the Bangladesh fertiliser import approval will reduce the risk of shortages and protect crop output. Higher cultivation areas, favourable weather and strong farmer demand often increase consumption of urea, DAP and MOP during the season. With these new imports, stocks should remain adequate across all districts.
This move also supports ongoing national food-security plans. Assured fertiliser supply helps farmers maintain yield, protect soil nutrition cycles, and plan cropping patterns without uncertainty. Authorities may consider additional imports if weather-driven demand spikes later in the year.
Bangladesh now enters the season with stronger inventory buffers, ensuring DAC, MOP and phosphoric acid-based nutrients reach fields on time — a key step for sustained agricultural stability.
Sources: BSS News