Thailand seeks to offset fertiliser supply shortfall

Bangkok (VNA) - The announcement came after a meeting between high-level officials in the ministry this week. The discussion focused on resolving the fertiliser shortage, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, prompting stockpiling and supply disruptions. 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. He said he will visit Russia during the Songkran holiday next week to negotiate the deal with suppliers. The minister also reaffirmed the policy to suspend farmers' debts for three years, which was announced during his party's election campaign, though details of the measure will be finalised after consultations with state agencies, including the Finance Ministry. Farmers are currently grappling with multiple challenges, including geopolitical conflicts, evolving global trade regulations, climate change and economic ...