2m tonnes of chemical fertiliser eyed from RussiaAgriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit, centre, chairs a meeting with high-level officials on Wednesday. Chanat KatanyuAgriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit has unveiled plans to import up to two million tonnes of chemical fertiliser from Russia to address a looming supply shortage affecting Thailand's farming sector. The discussion focused on resolving the fertiliser shortage, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, prompting stockpiling and supply disruptions. Mr Suriya said securing imports from Russia would help stabilise soaring fertiliser prices and ensure sufficient supply ahead of the next planting season, just a few months away. These include resolving fertiliser shortages, promoting the use of organic fertilisers in a 70:30 ratio, accelerating imports of fertilisers and pesticides, improving agricultural product distribution and market access.

Source: Bangkok Post April 09, 2026 02:01 UTC