Fertilizer production growth India has shown a strong rise in October 2025. According to the Index of Eight Core Industries released by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, fertilizer production increased 7.4% year-on-year. This growth supported industrial performance at a time when several other key sectors declined.
Fertilizer Industries Index 2025
The overall Index of Core Industries remained unchanged at 162.4, indicating flat but stable industrial momentum. Fertilizers hold 2.63% weight in this index and play a critical role during peak agricultural seasons like Rabi.
Fertilizer Industries Index 2025
Why Fertilizer Production Growth India Matters
The rise in fertilizer production growths India comes amid stronger crop demand. Higher acreage under winter crops increases the requirement for urea and other nutrients. The ministry data shows cumulative fertilizer output for April–October is also slightly higher at 0.7% growth so far this fiscal year.
Fertilizer Industries Index 2025
Core Sectors Show Mixed Results
While fertilizers, steel, and cement improved, energy-linked industries struggled:
Steel: +6.7%
Cement: +5.3%
Refinery products: +4.6%
Coal: –8.5%
Natural gas: –5.0%
Electricity: –7.6%
Crude oil: –1.2%
This divergence highlights the fertilizer industry’s role in maintaining India’s industrial resilience.
Fertilizer Industries Index 2025
Outlook for the Fertilizer Sector
The core index accounts for 40.27% of the IIP, making fertilizer performance crucial for industrial growth. Officials expect demand to stay strong during the agricultural season, helping maintain positive fertilizer production growth India going forward. The next update for November 2025 will be released on 22 December 2025.
