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Fertilizer prices in Pakistan remain high heading into the Rabi wheat sowing season. A 50kg bag of urea currently costs Rs. 4,435–4,750 depending on brand, while local DAP is at Rs. 16,000–16,100 per bag — about 23% more expensive than last year as world phosphate prices climbed to $880–950 per tonne.
Below are the latest per-bag rates and a practical guide to choosing the right fertilizer for your crop and budget.
Current Fertilizer Rates Per 50kg Bag (October 2026)
| Fertilizer | Price Range (50kg) |
|---|---|
| Sona Urea (prilled, FFC) | Rs. 4,525 – 4,646 |
| Sona Urea Granular (FFC) | Rs. 4,749 |
| Engro Urea | Rs. 4,435 – 4,550 |
| Sarsabz / Tara Urea | Rs. 4,450 – 4,750 |
| DAP – local (Sona, Engro, Sarsabz) | Rs. 14,600 – 16,100 |
| DAP – imported | Rs. 17,064 – 18,294 |
| NP – Nitrophos (Sarsabz) | Rs. 9,400 – 10,101 |
| SSP (granular) | Rs. 4,348 |
| CAN – Gawara | Rs. 4,283 |
| SOP – Sulphate of Potash (50kg) | ~Rs. 16,844 |
Rates are October 2026 retail averages; dealer prices run higher during peak sowing demand. Always confirm with your local dealer before purchase.
Which Fertilizer Does What
- Urea (46% nitrogen): drives leafy growth and tillering. The workhorse fertilizer — cheapest source of nitrogen at roughly Rs. 89–95 per kg.
- DAP (18% nitrogen, 46% phosphorus): the phosphorus source. Critical at sowing for root development — especially in Punjab and Sindh soils, which are naturally phosphorus-deficient. Most expensive bag, but irreplaceable at planting.
- NP – Nitrophos (22:20): a cheaper phosphorus alternative to DAP for farmers watching costs.
- SOP – Sulphate of Potash: potassium for grain filling, disease resistance, and fruit quality. Essential for wheat, sugarcane, and orchards.
- SSP: cheapest phosphorus source, but you need ~2.5 bags of SSP to equal one bag of DAP — many farmers now mix DAP with SSP to save money.
- CAN (Gawara): nitrogen + calcium, good for top-dressing.
Fertilizer Cost Per Acre: Wheat Example
For one acre of wheat at current prices:
- 1.5 bags DAP at sowing: ~Rs. 24,000
- 2–2.5 bags urea in split doses: ~Rs. 9,000–11,900
- 1 bag SOP: ~Rs. 16,800
Total: roughly Rs. 50,000–53,000 per acre in fertilizer alone — which is why getting the doses right (soil test first) matters more than ever this season.
Money-Saving Tips for 2026
- Soil-test before you buy. Punjab’s soils are widely phosphorus-deficient but potassium needs vary — don’t pay for what your soil already has.
- Mix DAP with SSP to cut phosphorus costs where suitable.
- Split urea doses (half at sowing/first irrigation, half at second irrigation) — less waste, better uptake.
- Buy before peak sowing demand — dealer prices spike in late October/November.
- Add farmyard manure (8–10 tons/acre) to reduce chemical fertilizer dependence over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DAP price in Pakistan today?
In October 2026, local DAP costs Rs. 16,000–16,100 per 50kg bag; imported DAP reaches Rs. 18,294.
What is the urea price per bag in Pakistan?
Rs. 4,435–4,750 per 50kg bag depending on brand (Sona, Engro, Sarsabz, Tara).
Is urea cheaper than DAP?
Yes — a urea bag costs roughly Rs. 4,500 versus Rs. 16,000 for DAP. They serve different purposes: urea supplies nitrogen, DAP supplies phosphorus.
Why is DAP so expensive in 2026?
Pakistan imports most of its phosphate, and world DAP prices rose to $880–950/tonne in 2026 (from $750–810 last year), compounded by supply disruptions and a weaker rupee.
When should DAP be applied to wheat?
At sowing time (late October–November) so young roots get phosphorus immediately — DAP applied late in the season is largely wasted.