Search+Investment IdeasSynopsisJune was one of the worst monsoon months since records began to be kept. That is bad news for agro-chemical companies, though better rains in July and August can still help improve the situation. As a sector, though, it has been struggling with a variety of challenges. Will these be overcome? And when?Before you read on, be very clear about one thing: Agro-chemicals is an industry that is, at this moment, facing all sorts of challenges, and a poor start to the monsoon this year is not the least of them. These challenges have, moreover, all come at the same time. And there is no way to forecast how long these headwinds will persist.So, read on only if you are one of those investors who believes that good news and attractive stock prices often ETMarkets.com 14 mins read, Last Updated: Jul 16, 2026, 06:06:00 PM ISTGift this Story to your friendsFONT SIZEAbcSmallAbcMediumAbcLargeSAVEPRINTCOMMENTContinue reading with one of these options:Limited AccessFreeLogin to get access to some exclusive stories & personalised newslettersLogin NowUnlimited AccessStarting @ Rs120/monthGet access to exclusive stories, expert opinions & in-depth stock reportsSubscribe NowETUh-oh! This is an exclusive story available for selected readers only.Worry not. You’re just a step away.What’s Included withETPrime Membership