Shiraz Petrochemical Company clarified regarding the Cabinet's resolution related to the supply, pricing, and distribution of urea fertilizer needed for the agricultural sector in 1405. This resolution is designed to organize and optimize the supply and distribution of urea fertilizer in the country.
Responsibilities of the National Petrochemical Company
According to this resolution, the National Petrochemical Company, in coordination with the Petrochemical Employers' Association, is required to organize the annual supply of 2,400,000 tons of urea fertilizer (in 50 kg bags) through production units. This action must be carried out in a way that fully meets the agricultural needs of the country.
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Cooperation Programs with the Ministry of Agriculture
Additionally, petrochemical companies are required to implement swap programs and optimize transportation and distribution costs in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture. These programs are aimed at reducing production costs and ensuring the necessary supply of urea fertilizer.
The Ministry of Agriculture is also obligated to determine the price of urea fertilizer based on the base price announced weekly in the Iran Commodity Exchange, in collaboration with the Petrochemical Employers' Association. The distribution of this fertilizer will also be managed through the Agricultural Support Services Company, the Central Rural Cooperative Organization, and non-governmental intermediaries.
Offsetting Claims of Petrochemical Companies
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance is also required to take necessary actions to offset the verified claims of petrochemical companies. This ministry must do so through the transfer of sellable government assets and in compliance with relevant laws.
This resolution is generally aimed at improving the conditions for the supply and distribution of urea fertilizer and supporting the agricultural sector of the country. Proper supply and distribution of this product can significantly impact the increase in agricultural production and the improvement of food quality.
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