Experts at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have warned that escalating tensions in West Asia could disrupt fertiliser supplies, impacting India's agricultural sector, particularly in Punjab. The state, which cultivates paddy across 31.68 lakh hectares, requires approximately 7.3 lakh tonnes of urea for the kharif season. Dr. Rajeev Sikka and Dr. AS Dhatt highlighted India's heavy reliance on imported fertiliser components, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), urea, di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), and muriate of potash (MOP). This dependency makes the agricultural sector vulnerable to geopolitical issues and price fluctuations. Experts noted that the current fertiliser application is heavily skewed towards nitrogen, especially urea, leading to imbalanced nutrient application and long-term soil health issues. They recommend that farmers adopt balanced nutrient management practices, diversify crops, and consider alternatives that require less nitrogen. Strategies such as green manuring and integrating organic matter can enhance soil fertility and reduce reliance on chemical fertilisers. While the government assures adequate fertiliser stocks, the experts stress the importance of long-term sustainability through reduced dependency on nitrogen-heavy inputs.