MUMBAI, 9 December 2025: Transworld Furtichem Ltd., a leading crop nutrition and plant recovery solutions company, has released an internal assessment highlighting the extensive impact of the 2025 monsoon on India’s agricultural sector.
The report, drawn from field surveys, dealer insights and agronomist observations, states that the 2025 kharif season has been among the most disrupted in recent years.
The southwest monsoon, recorded at 108% of the long-period average, brought erratic and persistent rainfall from May to October. Districts across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar and northern states experienced 25–60% excess rainfall during crucial crop growth stages. The prolonged deluge resulted in submergence, nutrient leaching, flower drop, fungal outbreaks, pest surges and severe physiological stress on both field and horticultural crops.
Dr. Manish Singh, Assistant Vice-President (Technical), noted that the team’s field visits revealed the scale of distress. “Nutrients washed away, soils weakened, and plants struggled to recover. Our efforts are now focused on practical, science-backed solutions to help crops regain strength,” he said.
The assessment reports sharp productivity and income losses across key commodities. Maharashtra’s grape-growing regions, including Nashik, recorded nearly 50?cline in output, with losses estimated at over ₹3,500 crore; some pockets saw losses approaching 70%. In Nanded alone, more than 6.48 lakh hectares were damaged, prompting state relief worth ₹553.48 crore. Tomato farmers across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh faced mandi prices crashing to ₹5–15 per kg, while banana belts saw prices fall to ₹1.5–3 per kg, further compounded by Cyclone Montha in coastal Andhra Pradesh.
The prolonged rains, extending into late October, are expected to affect the rabi season as well. Waterlogging and silting have slowed land preparation, signalling delayed sowing, reduced kharif output, lower foodgrain stocks and possible inflationary pressures in the months ahead.
Varun Kandhari, AGM at Transworld Furtichem Ltd., said many farmers and dealers expressed deep concern over shrinking incomes and falling market prices. “We recognised the urgency for flexible credit, stronger on-ground support and initiatives like our Lucky Dip programme. These measures help farmers navigate this difficult phase and prepare for rabi with confidence,” he said.
While government relief measures are underway, Transworld Furtichem emphasised that holistic recovery requires technical, nutritional and economic interventions from the agri-input industry. In response, the company has introduced Rapid Rebound Nutrition Kits, soil- and water-test–based nutrient adjustment strategies, and extended credit support for dealers. An Agro Advisory Group has been set up to offer rainfall-linked nutrition guidance, pest and disease alerts and social media–based agronomic support. The company is also expanding collaborations with Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) to deliver cost-efficient recovery packages and demonstration trials. Its Lucky Dip programme offers crop-specific advisories and free samples of sulphate-based potassic fertilisers to promote soil resilience and sustainable nutrient use.
“Our findings underscore the scale of disruption farmers are facing this year,” said Yogesh Chandra, Vice-President (Sales & Marketing). “With excess rainfall damaging crops and depressing prices across states, the agri-input sector must step up with science-driven guidance and flexible support.”
With the release of its assessment and a slate of recovery initiatives, Transworld Furtichem Ltd. reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening agricultural resilience and supporting farming communities through one of the most challenging monsoon seasons in recent times.
