Despite an above average monsoon for 2016-17 the ‘fertilizer consumption’ was below the average for past few years. What could be the possible reasons behind this?

1.    Weak monsoon for past 2-3 years has left farmers with little money for inputs like fertilizers.

2.    Increase of acreage under pulses.

3.    Environmental consciousness on part of Indian farmers.

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