State agri dept report reveals widespread fertilisers black marketing

Jun 9, 2026 - 00:39
State agri dept report reveals widespread fertilisers black marketing
Pune: As farmers gear up for the kharif sowing season, one of the state’s largest enforcement drives against fertiliser irregularities has uncovered a troubling reality: a parallel economy built around black marketing. Hoarding and diversion of farm inputs continue to thrive despite repeated govt warnings and regulatory mechanisms.