Iran War Threatens Indian Farmers: Crop Protection Costs Soar 25%

• The Iran war and West Asia conflict could increase crop protection costs by 20-25% for Indian farmers.
• CropLife India warns of pesticide business impact, making crop protection expensive and affecting food grain production next season.
• Disruptions in major sea routes may lead to shortages of essential pesticides during crucial agricultural seasons, impacting yields.
• Industry faces lower capacity utilization, affecting earnings and employment, especially for MSMEs; calls for government energy support.
• Supply shortages risk promoting illegal, fake, or substandard pesticide products in the market.