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Rising sulphur prices put fertiliser sector under pressure, threaten higher subsidy burden

1 source · first seen 12:58 24 Sept · updated 12:58 24 Sept

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  • Landed sulphur prices in India have doubled since January to around $1,050-1,100 a tonne
  • Higher input costs and subsidy pressure weigh on fertiliser companies and government finances

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Economic TimesRising sulphur prices put fertiliser sector under pressure, threaten higher subsidy burden12:58