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Accounting Policies of Coromandel International Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2023

1. General information

Coromandel International Limited (âthe Companyâ) is a limited company incorporated in India, equity shares of which are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India. Its parent Company is E.I.D. Parry (India) Limited.

The address of its registered office is âCoromandel Houseâ, 1-2-10, Sardar Patel Road, Secunderabad - 500003, Telangana. The Company is engaged in the business of farm inputs comprising fertiliser, crop protection, specialty nutrients and organic compost.

Our operating segments are defined by the organisation and reporting structure through which we operate our business. We categorise our operating segments into Nutrient and other allied business, and Crop Protection.

The Company has 18 manufacturing facilities located across India. The Company also operates a network of retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. The Company''s products are marketed all over the Country through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centers. The crop protection products are exported to various countries.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

2.1 Basis of preparation and presentation

The financial statements which comprise the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Profit and Loss (including Other Comprehensive Income), the Statement of Cash Flows, and the Statement of Changes in Equity (âfinancial statementsâ) have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (âthe Actâ), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, along with relevant amendment rules issued thereafter and other relevant provisions of the Act, as applicable. The Company has consistently applied accounting policies to all periods except for the following:

The Company elected to change its accounting policy for valuation of its raw material inventory from First-in-First-out (FIFO) to weighted average cost to ensure consistency of policy adopted for other items of inventory and with general industry practice. The impact of this policy change up to 31 March 2022 is not material and consequently the comparative figures have not been restated.

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis, except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period, and on accrual basis.

2.2 Current and Non-Current

The Company presents assets and liabilities in the balance sheet based on current/non-current classification. An asset is treated as current when it is:

â¢ Expected to be realised or intended to be sold or consumed in normal operating cycle

â¢ Held primarily for the purpose of trading

â¢ Expected to be realised within twelve months after the reporting period, or

â¢ Cash or cash equivalent unless restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period

All other assets are classified as non-current.

A liability is current when:

â¢ It is expected to be settled in normal operating cycle

â¢ It is held primarily for the purpose of trading

â¢ It is due to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period, or

â¢ There is no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period

The terms of the liability that could, at the option of the counterparty, result in its settlement by the issue of equity instruments do not affect its classification.

The Company classifies all other liabilities as non-current.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as non-current assets and liabilities.

The operating cycle is the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realisation in cash and cash equivalents. The Company has identified twelve months as its operating cycle.

2.3 Fair value measurement

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique. In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. Fair value for measurement and/or disclosure purposes in these financial statements is determined on such a basis, except for share-based payment transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 102, leasing transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 116, and measurements that have some similarities to fair value but are not fair value, such as net realisable value in Ind AS 2 or value in use in Ind AS 36.

In addition, for financial reporting purposes, fair value measurements are categorized into Level 1, 2, or 3 based on the degree to which the inputs to the fair value measurements are observable and the significance of the inputs to the fair value measurement in its entirety, which are described as follows:

â¢ Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date;

â¢ Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

â¢ Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

The principal accounting policies are set out below.

2.4 Revenue recognition

Revenue is measured at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services.

a) Sale of goods is recognised net of returns and trade discounts, volume discounts and scheme allowances as specified in the contracts with customer when the control over the goods is transferred to the customers. Accruals for discounts/incentives are estimated using the most likely method based on accumulated experience and underlying schemes and agreements with customers. The performance obligation in case of sale of goods is satisfied at a point in time i.e., when the goods are shipped to the customers or on delivery to the customer, as per applicable terms.

b) The Company recognizes subsidy income as per Ind AS 20 âAccounting for Government Grants and Disclosure of Government Assistance'' on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates, when there is a reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to Subsidy.

Further, as required by Ind AS 20, the Company matches subsidy income with related costs which the subsidy is intended to compensate and accordingly, subsidy income is recognized over a period on a systematic basis to match it with the related costs and on satisfaction of relevant conditions.

c) Income from services rendered is recognised based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties and when services are rendered by measuring progress towards satisfaction of performance obligation for such services.

d) Export benefits and other excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

2.5 Other Income

a) Dividend income from investments is recognised in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

b) Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that asset''s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

2.6 Leases

The Company, at the inception of a contract, assesses whether the contract is a lease or not lease. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a time in exchange for a consideration.

The Company recognises a right-of-use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date. The right-of-use asset is initially measured at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or before the commencement date, plus any initial direct costs incurred and an estimate of costs to dismantle and remove the underlying asset or to restore the underlying asset or the site on which it is located, less any lease incentives received.

The right-of-use asset is subsequently amortised using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the end of the lease term.

At the commencement date of the lease, the Company recognises lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments include fixed payments (including in substance fixed payments) less any lease incentives receivable, variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, and amounts expected to be paid under residual value guarantees. The lease payments also include the exercise price of a purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the Company and payments of penalties for terminating the lease, if the lease term reflects the Company exercising the option to terminate. Variable lease payments that do not depend on an index or a rate are recognised as expenses (unless they are incurred to produce inventories) in the period in which the event or condition that triggers the payment occurs.

I n calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date because the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is a modification, a change in the lease term, a change in the lease payments (e.g., changes to future payments resulting from a change in an index or rate used to determine such lease payments) or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset.

The Company has elected not to recognise right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less and leases of low-value assets. The Company recognises the lease payments associated with these leases as an expense over the lease term.

2.7 Functional and presentation currency

Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (i.e., the âfunctional currencyâ). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee (C), the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company and rounded to the nearest Lakhs.

2.8 Foreign currencies

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of transactions. The date of transaction for the purpose of determining the exchange rate on initial recognition of the related asset, expense or income (part of it) is the date on which the entity initially recognises the non-monetary asset or non-monetary liability arising from payment or receipt of advance consideration. Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are restated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Gains and losses arising on settlement and restatement of foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are recognised in the statement of profit and loss. Nonmonetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost in foreign currencies are not translated.

2.9 Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they occur. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds. Borrowing cost also includes exchange differences to the extent regarded as an adjustment to the borrowing costs.

2.10 Employee benefits

2.10.1 Defined contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the profit or loss each year when employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

2.10.2 Defined benefit plans

The Company''s Gratuity scheme for its employees is a defined benefit retirement plan. Obligation under the gratuity scheme is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognized in the profit or loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employees'' salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

Defined benefit costs are categorized as follows:

â¢ service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and settlements);

â¢ net interest expense or income; and

â¢ remeasurement

The Company presents the first two components of defined benefit costs in profit or loss in the line item âEmployee benefits expense''. Curtailment gains and losses are accounted for as past service costs. Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate at the beginning of the period to the net defined benefit liability or asset.

Remeasurement, comprising actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the changes to the asset ceiling (if applicable) and the return on plan assets (excluding net interest), is reflected immediately in the balance sheet with a charge or credit recognised in other comprehensive income in the period in which they occur. Remeasurement recognised in other comprehensive income is reflected immediately in retained earnings and is not reclassified to profit or loss.

2.10.3 Short-term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Company''s schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

2.10.4 Other long-term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefit is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

Liabilities recognised in respect of other long-term employee benefits are measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows expected to be made by the Company in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date.

2.11 Share-based payment arrangements

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in share-based payments reserve. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the share-based payments reserve.

Service and non-market performance conditions are not taken into account when determining the grant date fair value of awards, but the likelihood of the conditions being met is assessed as part of the Company''s best estimate of the number of equity instruments that will ultimately vest. Market performance conditions are reflected within the grant date fair value. Any other conditions attached to an award, but without an associated service requirement, are considered to be non-vesting conditions. Non-vesting conditions are reflected in the fair value of an award and lead to an immediate expensing of an award unless there are also service and/or performance conditions.

2.12 Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit or loss attributable to equity holders of the Company by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period.

For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, the net profit or loss for the period attributable to equity shareholders of the Company and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

2.13 Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

Current tax

Current income tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted, at the reporting date.

Current income tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss (either in other comprehensive income or in equity). Current tax items are recognised in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity. Management periodically evaluates positions taken in the tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulations are subject to interpretation and considers whether it is probable that a taxation authority will accept an uncertain tax treatment. The Company shall reflect the effect of uncertainty for each uncertain tax treatment by using either most likely method or expected value method, depending on which method predicts better resolution of the treatment.

Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilized. Such deferred tax assets and liabilities are not recognised if the temporary difference arises from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting period and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.

Unrecognised deferred tax assets are re-assessed at each reporting date and are recognised to the extent that it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax liabilities and assets are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period in which the liability is settled or the asset realized, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.

2.14 Property, plant and equipment

Property, plant and equipment are stated in the Balance Sheet at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes purchase price, attributable expenditure incurred in bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use and cost of borrowing till the date of capitalization in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

Properties in the course of construction for production, supply or administrative purposes are carried at cost, less any recognized impairment loss. Depreciation of these assets, on the same basis as other property assets, commences when the assets are ready for their intended use.

Depreciation is provided on the straight-line method as per the useful life prescribed in Schedule II to the 2013 Act except in respect of following categories of assets in whose case the life of certain assets has been assessed based on technical advice taking into account the nature of the asset, the estimated usage of the asset, the operating condition of the asset, past history of replacement, maintenance support etc.


Asset	Useful lives (in years)
Plant and equipment	5 - 25
Vehicles	5 - 7
Office equipment, furniture and fixtures	3 - 5

The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis. Assets individually costing C 5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year. Land is not depreciated.

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognized upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of property, plant and equipment is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and is recognised in profit or loss.

2.15 Biological assets

The Company recognises neem plantation as biological assets and are carried at historical cost of acquisition less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Subsequent expenditure on biological assets are added to its book value only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably.

Cost incurred for new plantations are capitalised and depreciated over their estimated useful life which has been ascribed to be 20 years.

2.16 Intangible assets

Intangible assets are carried at cost, net of accumulated amortization and impairment losses, if any. Cost of an intangible asset comprises of purchase price and attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use.

Intangible assets are amortized on the straight-line method. Technical know-how is amortized over their estimated useful lives ranging from 5-10 years and product registration is amortized over the period of the registration subject to a maximum of 10 years.

An intangible asset is derecognized on disposal, or when no future economic benefits are expected from use or disposal. Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset, measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset, are recognized in profit or loss when the asset is derecognized.

2.17 Impairment

Tangible and Intangible assets

The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset/cash generating unit may be impaired. If any indication exists the Company estimates the recoverable amount of such assets and if carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount, impairment is recognized. The recoverable amount is the higher of the net selling price and its value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using an appropriate discount factor. When there is indication that previously recognized impairment loss no longer exists or may have decreased such reversal of impairment loss is recognized in the profit or loss.

Impairment of Subsidiaries

The Company reviews its carrying value of investments carried at cost (net of impairment, if any) annually, or more frequently when there is indication for impairment. If the recoverable amount is less than its carrying amount, the impairment loss is accounted for in the statement of profit and loss.

2.18 Inventories

Inventories consist of raw materials, stores and spares, work-in-progress and finished goods and are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Net realisable value represents the estimated selling price (including subsidy income, where applicable) of inventories less all estimated costs of completion and costs necessary to make the sale.

Costs incurred in bringing each product to its present location and condition are accounted for as follows:

1. Raw material, stores and spares and packing materials: Cost includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average cost (First in First Out till March 31, 2022).

2. Finished goods and Work-in-process: Cost includes cost of direct materials and labour and a proportion of manufacturing overheads based on the normal operating capacity but excluding borrowing costs. Cost is determined on weighted average cost of production.

3. Stock-in-trade: Cost includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average cost.

2.19 Cash and Cash equivalents

Cash comprises cash on hand, in bank and demand deposits with banks and with financial institutions. The Company considers all highly liquid financial instruments, which are readily convertible into cash and have original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase, to be cash equivalents. Such cash equivalents are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value.

2.20 Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. The amount recognized as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation. When a provision is measured using the cash flows estimated to settle the present obligation, its carrying amount is the present value of those cash flows (when the effect of the time value of money is material).

Contingent liabilities are disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

2.21 Financial instruments

A financial instrument is any contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

2.22 Financial assets

2.22.1 Initial recognition and measurement

Financial assets are classified, at initial recognition, as subsequently measured at amortised cost, fair value through other comprehensive income (OCI), and fair value through profit or loss.

The classification of financial assets at initial recognition depends on the financial asset''s contractual cash flow characteristics and the Company''s business model for managing them. With the exception of trade receivables that do not contain a significant financing component or for which the Company has applied the practical expedient, the Company initially measures a financial asset at its fair value plus, in the case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit or loss, transaction costs. Trade receivables that do not contain a significant financing component or for which the Company has applied the practical expedient are measured at the transaction price determined under Ind AS 115. Refer note 2.4.

In order for a financial asset to be classified and measured at amortised cost or fair value through OCI, it needs to give rise to cash flows that are âsolely payments of principal and interest (SPPI)'' on the principal amount outstanding. This assessment is referred to as the SPPI test and is performed at an instrument level. Financial assets with cash flows that are not SPPI are classified and measured at fair value through profit or loss, irrespective of the business model.

The Company''s business model for managing financial assets refers to how it manages its financial assets in order to generate cash flows. The business model determines whether cash flows will result from collecting contractual cash

flows, selling the financial assets, or both. Financial assets classified and measured at amortised cost are held within a business model with the objective to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows while financial assets classified and measured at fair value through OCI are held within a business model with the objective of both holding to collect contractual cash flows and selling.

Purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within a time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace (regular way trades) are recognised on the trade date, i.e., the date that the Company commits to purchase or sell the asset.

2.22.2 Subsequent measurement

For purposes of subsequent measurement, financial assets are classified in four categories:

â¢ Financial assets at amortised cost (debt instruments)

â¢ Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI) with recycling of cumulative gains and losses (debt instruments)

â¢ Financial assets designated at fair value through OCI with no recycling of cumulative gains and losses upon derecognition (equity instruments)

â¢ Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets at amortised cost (debt instruments)

A âfinancial asset'' is measured at the amortised cost if both the following conditions are met:

â¢ The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows, and

â¢ Contractual terms of the asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest (SPPI) on the principal amount outstanding.

This category is the most relevant to the Company. After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate (EIR) method. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included in finance income in the profit or loss. The losses arising from impairment are recognised in the profit or loss.

Financial assets at fair value through OCI (FVTOCI) (debt instruments)

A âfinancial asset'' is classified as at the FVTOCI if both of the following criteria are met:

â¢ The objective of the business model is achieved both by collecting contractual cash flows and selling the financial assets, and

â¢ The asset''s contractual cash flows represent SPPI.

Debt instruments included within the FVTOCI category are measured initially as well as at each reporting date at fair value. For debt instruments, at fair value through OCI, interest income, foreign exchange revaluation and impairment losses or reversals are recognised in the profit or loss and computed in the same manner as for financial assets measured at amortised cost. The remaining fair value changes are recognised in OCI. Upon derecognition, the cumulative fair value changes recognised in OCI is reclassified from the equity to profit or loss.

Financial assets designated at fair value through OCI (equity instruments)

Upon initial recognition, the Company can elect to classify irrevocably its equity investments as equity instruments designated at fair value through OCI when they meet the definition of equity under Ind AS 32 Financial Instruments:

Presentation and are not held for trading. The classification is determined on an instrument-by-instrument basis. Equity instruments which are held for trading and contingent consideration recognised by an acquirer in a business combination to which Ind AS103 applies are classified as at FVTPL.

Gains and losses on these financial assets are never recycled to profit or loss. Dividends are recognised as other income in the statement of profit and loss when the right of payment has been established, except when the Company benefits from such proceeds as a recovery of part of the cost of the financial asset, in which case, such gains are recorded in OCI. Equity instruments designated at fair value through OCI are not subject to impairment assessment.

Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss

Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss are carried in the balance sheet at fair value with net changes in fair value recognised in the statement of profit and loss.

Dividends on listed equity investments are recognised in the statement of profit and loss when the right of payment has been established.

2.22.3 Derecognition

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognised (i.e. removed from the Company''s balance sheet) when:

â¢ The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or

â¢ The Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party under a âpass-through'' arrangement and either (a) the Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or (b) the Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

When the Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from an asset or has entered into a pass-through arrangement, it evaluates if and to what extent it has retained the risks and rewards of ownership. When it has neither transferred nor retained substantially all of the risks and rewards of the asset, nor transferred control of the asset, the Company continues to recognise the transferred asset to the extent of the Company''s continuing involvement. In that case, the Company also recognises an associated liability. The transferred asset and the associated liability are measured on a basis that reflects the rights and obligations that the Company has retained.

Continuing involvement that takes the form of a guarantee over the transferred asset is measured at the lower of the original carrying amount of the asset and the maximum amount of consideration that the Company could be required to repay.

2.22.4 Impairment of financial assets

The Company recognises an allowance for expected credit losses (ECLs) for all debt instruments not held at fair value through profit or loss. ECLs are based on the difference between the contractual cash flows due in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the Company expects to receive, discounted at an approximation of the original effective interest rate. The expected cash flows will include cash flows from the sale of collateral held or other credit enhancements that are integral to the contractual terms.

ECLs are recognised in two stages. For credit exposures for which there has not been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, ECLs are provided for credit losses that result from default events that are possible within the next 12-months (a 12-month ECL). For those credit exposures for which there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, a loss allowance is required for credit losses expected over the remaining life of the exposure, irrespective of the timing of the default (a lifetime ECL).

For trade receivables, the Company applies a simplified approach in calculating ECLs. Therefore, the Company does not track changes in credit risk, but instead recognises a loss allowance based on lifetime ECLs at each reporting date. The Company has established a provision matrix that is based on its historical credit loss experience, adjusted for forward-looking factors specific to the debtors and the economic environment.

For debt instruments at fair value through OCI, the Company applies the low credit risk simplification. At every reporting date, the Company evaluates whether the debt instrument is considered to have low credit risk using all reasonable and supportable information that is available without undue cost or effort. In making that evaluation, the Company reassesses the internal credit rating of the debt instrument.

2.23 Financial liabilities

2.23.1 Initial recognition and measurement

Financial liabilities are classified, at initial recognition, as financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss, loans and borrowings, payables, or as derivatives designated as hedging instruments in an effective hedge, as appropriate.

All financial liabilities are recognised initially at fair value and, in the case of loans and borrowings and payables, net of directly attributable transaction costs.

2.23.2 Subsequent measurement

For purposes of subsequent measurement, financial liabilities are classified in two categories:

â¢ Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss

â¢ Financial liabilities at amortised cost (loans and borrowings)

Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss

Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss include financial liabilities held for trading and financial liabilities designated upon initial recognition as at fair value through profit or loss.

Financial liabilities are classified as held for trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109.

Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognised in the profit or loss.

Financial liabilities designated upon initial recognition at fair value through profit or loss are designated as such at the initial date of recognition, and only if the criteria in Ind AS 109 are satisfied. For liabilities designated as FVTPL, fair value gains/ losses attributable to changes in own credit risk are recognized in OCI. These gains/ losses are not subsequently transferred to P&L. However, the Company may transfer the cumulative gain or loss within equity. All other changes in fair value of such liability are recognised in the statement of profit and loss. The Company has not designated any financial liability as at fair value through profit or loss.

Financial liabilities at amortised cost (Loans and borrowings)

After initial recognition, interest-bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognised in profit or loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the EIR amortisation process.

Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included as finance costs in the statement of profit and loss.

2.23.3 Financial guarantee contracts

Financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company are those contracts that require a payment to be made to reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because the specified debtor fails to make a payment when due in accordance with the terms of a debt instrument. Financial guarantee contracts are recognised initially as a liability at fair value, adjusted for transaction costs that are directly attributable to the issuance of the guarantee. Subsequently, the liability is measured at the higher of the amount of loss allowance determined as per impairment requirements of Ind AS 109 and the amount recognised less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognised in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 115.

2.23.4 Derecognition

A financial liability is derecognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. When an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the derecognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in the statement of profit and loss.

2.24 Offsetting of financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the consolidated balance sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis, to realise the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.

2.25 Derivative financial instruments and hedge accounting 2.25.1 Initial recognition and subsequent measurement

The Company uses derivative financial instruments, such as forward currency contracts, to hedge its foreign currency risks. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative.

The purchase contracts that meet the definition of a derivative under Ind AS 109 are recognised in the statement of profit and loss.

Any gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to profit or loss, except for the effective portion of cash flow hedges, which is recognised in OCI and later reclassified to profit or loss when the hedge item affects profit or loss or treated as basis adjustment if a hedged forecast transaction subsequently results in the recognition of a non-financial asset or non-financial liability.

For the purpose of hedge accounting, hedges are classified as:

â¢ Fair value hedges when hedging the exposure to changes in the fair value of a recognised asset or liability or an unrecognised firm commitment.

â¢ Cash flow hedges when hedging the exposure to variability in cash flows that is either attributable to a particular risk associated with a recognised asset or liability or a highly probable forecast transaction or the foreign currency risk in an unrecognised firm commitment.

At the inception of a hedge relationship, the Company formally designates and documents the hedge relationship to which the Company wishes to apply hedge accounting and the risk management objective and strategy for undertaking the hedge.

The documentation includes identification of the hedging instrument, the hedged item, the nature of the risk being hedged, and how the Company will assess whether the hedging relationship meets the hedge effectiveness requirements

(including the analysis of sources of hedge ineffectiveness and how the hedge ratio is determined). A hedging relationship qualifies for hedge accounting if it meets all of the following effectiveness requirements:

â¢ There is âan economic relationship'' between the hedged item and the hedging instrument.

â¢ The effect of credit risk does not âdominate the value changes'' that result from that economic relationship.

â¢ The hedge ratio of the hedging relationship is the same as that resulting from the quantity of the hedged item that the Company actually hedges and the quantity of the hedging instrument that the Company actually uses to hedge that quantity of hedged item.

Hedges that meet the strict criteria for hedge accounting are accounted for, as described below:

Cash flow hedges

The effective portion of the gain or loss on the hedging instrument is recognised in OCI in the Effective portion of cash flow hedges, while any ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the statement of profit and loss. The Effective portion of cash flow hedges is adjusted to the lower of the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument and the cumulative change in fair value of the hedged item.

The Company uses forward currency contracts as hedges of its exposure to foreign currency risk in forecast transactions and firm commitments, as well as forward commodity contracts for its exposure to volatility in the commodity prices. The ineffective portion relating to foreign currency contracts is recognised in finance costs and the ineffective portion relating to commodity contracts is recognised in other income or expenses.

The Company designates only the spot element of a forward contract as a hedging instrument. The forward element is recognised in OCI.

The amounts accumulated in OCI are accounted for, depending on the nature of the underlying hedged transaction. If the hedged transaction subsequently results in the recognition of a non-financial item, the amount accumulated in equity is removed from the separate component of equity and included in the initial cost or other carrying amount of the hedged asset or liability. This is not a reclassification adjustment and will not be recognised in OCI for the period. This also applies where the hedged forecast transaction of a non-financial asset or non-financial liability subsequently becomes a firm commitment for which fair value hedge accounting is applied.

For any other cash flow hedges, the amount accumulated in OCI is reclassified to profit or loss as reclassification adjustment in the same period or periods during which the hedged cash flows affect profit or loss.

If cash flow hedge accounting is discontinued, the amount that has been accumulated in OCI must remain in accumulated OCI if the hedged future cash flows are still expected to occur. Otherwise, the amount will be immediately reclassified to profit or loss as a reclassification adjustment. After discontinuation, once the hedged cash flow occurs, any amount remaining in accumulated OCI must be accounted for depending on the nature of the underlying transaction as described above.

2.26 Business Combination

The Company accounts for its business combinations under acquisition method of accounting. The consideration transferred in a business combination is measured at fair value, which is calculated as the sum of the acquisition-date fair value of the assets transferred and liabilities incurred by the Company to the former owners of the acquiree and the equity interest issued by the Company in exchange of control of the acquiree. Acquisition related costs are generally recognised in standalone statement of profit and loss as incurred.

Goodwill is measured as the excess of the sum of the consideration transferred, the amount of any non-controlling interests in the acquiree, and the fair value of the acquirer''s previously held equity interest in the acquire, if any over the net of the acquisition-date amounts of the identifiable assets acquired and the liabilities assumed. Such goodwill is tested annually for impairment.

If those amounts are less than the fair value of the net identifiable assets of the business acquired, the difference is recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity as capital reserve provided there is clear evidence of the underlying reasons for classifying the business combination as a bargain purchase. In other cases, the bargain purchase gain is recognised directly in equity as capital reserve.

If the business combination is achieved in stages, any previously held equity interest is re-measured at its acquisition date fair value and any resulting gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss or OCI, as appropriate

Any contingent consideration to be transferred by the acquirer is recognised at fair value at the acquisition date and is classified either as equity or financial liability. Amount classified as financial liability are subsequently re-measured to fair value with changes in fair value recognised in statement of profit and loss.

Business combinations arising from entities that are under the common control are accounted at historical cost. The difference between any consideration given and the aggregate historical carrying amounts of assets and liabilities of the entity are recorded in other equity

2.27 Dividend

The Company recognises a liability to pay dividend to equity holders of the Company when the distribution is authorised, and the distribution is no longer at the discretion of the Company. As per the corporate laws in India, a distribution is authorised when it is approved by the shareholders. A corresponding amount is recognised directly in equity.

2.28 Critical accounting judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In the application of the Company''s accounting policies the directors of the Company are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods.

2.28.1 Key sources of estimation uncertainty

The following are the key assumptions concerning the future, and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the end of the reporting period that may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year.

Items requiring significant estimate	(Assumption and estimation uncertainty
Useful lives of property, plant and equipment	The Company reviews the estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment at the end of each reporting period. During the current year, there has been no change in life considered for the assets.
Fair value measurements and valuation processes	Some of the Company''s assets and liabilities are measured at fair value for financial reporting purposes. The Company determines the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs for fair value measurements.
	In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company uses market-observable data to the extent it is available. Where Level 1 inputs are not available, the Company engages third party qualified valuers to perform the valuation. Finance team works closely with the qualified external valuers to establish the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs to the model. The Chief Financial Officer reports the findings to the board of directors of the Company annually to explain the cause of fluctuations in the fair value of the assets and liabilities.

Items requiring significant estimate

| Assumption and estimation uncertainty

Revenue recognition

The Company provides customer incentives, such as rebates, based on quantity purchased, timing of collections etc. Various estimates are made to recognise the impact of rebates and other incentives on revenue. These estimates are made based on historical and forecasted data, contractual terms and current conditions.

Subsidy income and related receivables

Subsidy income has been recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to Subsidy including those under the Direct Benefit Transfer system which was introduced by the Government of India which includes satisfaction of conditions specified and compliance with reasonable margin guidelines, assessment of applicable rates for fertilizers sold, evaluation of recoverability of receivables.

Subsidy income for the year has been recognized to the extent of rates estimated as per management''s understanding of the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) scheme pending finalization of NBS rates by the Government of India, and the policy guidelines thereunder.

Provision for doubtful receivables

The Company makes provision for doubtful receivables based on a provision matrix which takes into account historical credit loss experience and adjusted for current estimates.

Estimation of net realisable value of inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. In estimating the net realisable value of inventories the Company makes an estimate of future selling prices, Subsidy and costs necessary to make the sale.

Provision for employee benefits

The Company uses actuarial assumptions to determine the obligations for employee benefits at each reporting period. These assumptions include the discount rate, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, rate of increase in compensation levels and mortality rates.

Leases

Ind AS 116 defines a lease term as the non-cancellable period for which the lessee has the right to use the underlying asset including optional periods, when an entity is reasonably certain to exercise an option to extend (or not to terminate) a lease. The Company considers all relevant facts and circumstances that create an economic

Mar 31, 2022

1. General information

Coromandel International Limited ("the Company") is a limited company incorporated in India, equity shares of which are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India. Its parent Company is E.I.D. Parry (India) Limited.

The address of its registered office is "Coromandel House", 1-2-10, Sardar Patel Road, Secunderabad - 500003, Telangana. The Company is engaged in the business of farm inputs comprising fertiliser, crop protection, specialty nutrients and organic compost.

The Company has 18 manufacturing facilities located across India. The Company also operates a network of retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. The Company''s products are marketed all over the Country through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centers. The crop protection products are exported to various countries.

2. Significant Accounting Policies2.1 Statement of compliance

The financial statements which comprise the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Profit and Loss (including Other Comprehensive Income), the Statement of Cash Flows, and the Statement of Changes in Equity ("financial statements") have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act"), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, along with relevant amendment rules issued thereafter and other relevant provisions of the Act, as applicable. The Company has consistently applied accounting policies to all periods.

2.2 Basis of preparation and presentation

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period, and on accrual basis.

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services.

â¢ Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date;

â¢ Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

â¢ Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

Based on the nature of activities of the Company and the average time between acquisition of assets and their realisation in cash or cash equivalents, the Company has determined its operating cycle as 12 months for the purpose of classification of its assets and liabilities as current and non-current.

The principal accounting policies are set out below.

2.3 Revenue recognition

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable.

a) Sale of goods is recognised net of returns and trade discounts, volume discounts and scheme allowances as specified in the contracts with customer when the control over the goods is transferred to the customers. Accruals for discounts/ incentives are estimated using the most likely method based on accumulated experience and underlying schemes and agreements with customers. The performance obligation in case of sale of goods is satisfied at a point in time i.e., when the goods are shipped to the customers or on delivery to the customer, as per applicable terms.

b) The Company recognizes subsidy income as per Ind AS 20 Accounting for Government Grants and Disclosure of Government Assistance'' on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates, when there is a reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to Subsidy.

As required by Ind AS 20, the Company matches subsidy income with related costs which the subsidy is intended to compensate and accordingly, subsidy income is recognized over a period on a systematic basis to match it with the related costs and on satisfaction of relevant conditions.

d) Export benefits and other excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

2.4 Other Income

a) Dividend income from investments is recognised in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

2.5 Leasing

The right-of-use asset is subsequently amortised using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the end of the lease term.

The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement date, discounted using the Company''s incremental borrowing rate. It is remeasured when there is a change in future lease payments arising from a change in an index or rate, if there is a change in the Company''s estimate of the amount expected to be payable under a residual value guarantee, or if the Company changes its assessment of whether it will exercise a purchase, extension or termination option. When the lease liability is remeasured in this way, a corresponding adjustment is made to the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset, or is recorded in profit or loss if the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset has been reduced to zero.

2.6 Insurance claims

Insurance claims are accounted for on the basis of claims admitted/ expected to be admitted and to the extent that the amount recoverable can be measured reliably and it is reasonable to expect ultimate collection.

2.7 Functional and presentation currency

Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (i.e., the "functional currency"). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee (?), the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company and rounded to the nearest Lakhs.

2.8 Foreign currencies

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of transactions. The date of transaction for the purpose of determining the exchange rate on initial recognition of the related asset, expense or income (part of it) is the date on which the entity initially recognises the non-monetary asset or non-monetary liability arising from payment or receipt of advance consideration. Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are restated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Gains and losses arising on settlement and restatement of foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are recognised in the statement of profit and loss. Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost in foreign currencies are not translated.

2.9 Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets, which are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale, are added to the cost of those assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale.

Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalization.

All other borrowing costs are recognised in profit or loss in the period in which they are incurred.

2.10 Employee benefits

2.10.1 Defined contribution plans

2.10.2 Defined benefit plans

Defined benefit costs are categorized as follows:

â¢ service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and settlements);

â¢ net interest expense or income; and

â¢ remeasurement

The Company presents the first two components of defined benefit costs in profit or loss in the line item ''Employee benefits expense''. Curtailment gains and losses are accounted for as past service costs. Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate at the beginning of the period to the net defined benefit liability or asset.

2.10.3 Short-term employee benefits

2.10.4 Other long-term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefit comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

2.11 Share-based payment arrangements

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.

2.12 Earnings per share

The Company presents basic and diluted earnings per share ("EPS") data for its equity shares. Basic EPS is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is determined by adjusting the profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

2.13 Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

Current tax

Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the applicable tax rates and the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961.

Deferred tax

Current and deferred tax for the year

Current and deferred tax are recognised in profit or loss, except when they relate to items that are recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case, the current and deferred tax are also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

2.14 Property, plant and equipment

Asset	Useful lives (in years)
Plant and equipment	5 - 25
Vehicles	5 - 7
Office equipment, furniture and fixtures	3 - 5

The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis. Assets individually costing ? 5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year. Land is not depreciated.

2.15 Biological assets

The Company recognises neem plantation as Biological assets and are carried at historical cost of acquisition less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Subsequent expenditure on biological assets are added to its book value only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably.

Cost incurred for new plantations are capitalised and depreciated over their estimated useful life which has been ascribed to be 20 years.

2.16 Intangible assets

2.17 Impairment

Tangible and Intangible assets

Impairment of Subsidiaries

2.18 Inventories

The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

1. Stores and spares and packing materials - Weighted average cost.

2. Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

3. Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads.

4. Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost.

2.19 Cash and Cash equivalents

Cash flows are reported using indirect method, whereby profit / (loss) after tax is adjusted for the effects of transaction of non- cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments for the year. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated based on the available information.

2.20 Exceptional item

Significant gains/losses or expenses incurred arising from external events that is not expected to recur are disclosed as ''Exceptional item''.

2.21 Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

2.22 Financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss are recognized immediately in profit or loss.

All regular way purchases or sales of financial assets are recognized and derecognized on a trade date basis. Regular way purchases or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

All recognized financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets.

2.23.1 Classification of financial assets

â¢ the asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets in order to collect contractual cash flows; and

â¢ the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

â¢ the asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved both by collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and

â¢ the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

Interest income is recognized in profit or loss for FVTOCI debt instruments. For the purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gains and losses, FVTOCI debt instruments are treated as financial assets measured at amortized cost. Thus, the exchange differences on the amortized cost are recognized in profit or loss and other changes in the fair value of FVTOCI financial assets are recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated under the heading of ''Reserve for debt instruments through other comprehensive income''. When the investment is disposed of, the cumulative gain or loss previously accumulated in this reserve is reclassified to profit or loss.

All other financial assets are subsequently measured at fair value.

2.23.2 Effective interest method

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortized cost of a debt instrument and of allocating interest income over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the debt instrument, or, where appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

Income is recognized on an effective interest basis for debt instruments other than those financial assets classified as at FVTPL. Interest income is recognized in profit or loss and is included in the "Other income" line item.

2.23.3 Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates

On initial recognition, these investments are recognized at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction cost. Subsequently, they are measured at cost.

2.23.4 Investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI

On initial recognition, the Company can make an irrevocable election (on an instrument-by-instrument basis) to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income pertaining to investments in equity instruments. This election is not permitted if the equity investment is held for trading. These elected investments are initially measured at fair value plus transaction costs. Subsequently, they are measured at fair value with gains and losses arising from changes in fair value recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the ''Reserve for equity instruments through other comprehensive income''. The cumulative gain or loss is not reclassified to profit or loss on disposal of the investments.

A financial asset is held for trading if:

â¢ it has been acquired principally for the purpose of selling it in the near term; or

â¢ on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

â¢ it is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument or a financial guarantee.

Dividends on these investments in equity instruments are recognized in profit or loss when the Company''s right to receive the dividends is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the entity, the dividend does not represent a recovery of part of cost of the investment and the amount of dividend can be measured reliably. Dividends recognized in profit or loss are included in the ''Other income'' line item.

2.23.5 Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

Investments in equity instruments are classified as at FVTPL, unless the Company irrevocably elects on initial recognition to present subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income for investments in equity instruments which are not held for trading.

Debt instruments that do not meet the amortized cost criteria or FVTOCI criteria are measured at FVTPL. In addition, debt instruments that meet the amortized cost criteria or the FVTOCI criteria but are designated as at FVTPL are measured at FVTPL.

A financial asset that meets the amortized cost criteria or debt instruments that meet the FVTOCI criteria may be designated as at FVTPL upon initial recognition if such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would arise from measuring assets or liabilities or recognizing the gains and losses on them on different bases. The Company has not designated any debt instrument as at FVTPL.

Financial assets at FVTPL are measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period, with any gains or losses arising on remeasurement recognized in profit or loss. The net gain or loss recognized in profit or loss incorporates any dividend or interest earned on the financial asset and is included in the ''Other income'' line item. Dividend on financial assets at FVTPL is recognized when the Company''s right to receive the dividends is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the entity, the dividend does not represent a recovery of part of cost of the investment and the amount of dividend can be measured reliably.

2.23.6 Impairment of financial assets

The Company applies the expected credit loss model for recognizing impairment loss on financial assets measured at amortized cost, debt instruments at FVTOCI, lease receivables, trade receivables, other contractual rights to receive cash or other financial asset, and financial guarantees not designated as at FVTPL.

Expected credit losses are the weighted average of credit losses with the respective risks of default occurring as the weights. Credit loss is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the Company expects to receive (i.e. all cash shortfalls), discounted at the original effective interest rate (or credit-adjusted effective interest rate for purchased or originated credit-impaired financial assets). The Company estimates cash flows by considering all contractual terms of the financial instrument through the expected life of that financial instrument.

The Company measures the loss allowance for a financial instrument at an amount equal to the lifetime expected credit losses if the credit risk on that financial instrument has increased significantly since initial recognition. If the credit risk on a financial instrument has not increased significantly since initial recognition, the Company measures the loss allowance for that financial instrument at an amount equal to 12-month expected credit losses. 12-month expected credit losses are portion of the life-time expected credit losses and represent the lifetime cash shortfalls that will result if default occurs within the 12 months after the reporting date and thus, are not cash shortfalls that are predicted over the next 12 months.

If the Company measured loss allowance for a financial instrument at lifetime expected credit loss model in the previous period, but determines at the end of a reporting period that the credit risk has not increased significantly since initial recognition due to improvement in credit quality as compared to the previous period, the Company again measures the loss allowance based on 12-month expected credit losses.

When making the assessment of whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, the Company uses the change in the risk of a default occurring over the expected life of the financial instrument instead of the change in the amount of expected credit losses. To make that assessment, the Company compares the risk of a default occurring on the financial instrument as at the reporting date with the risk of a default occurring on the financial instrument as at the date of initial recognition and considers reasonable and supportable information, that is available without undue cost or effort, that is indicative of significant increases in credit risk since initial recognition.

For trade receivables or any contractual right to receive cash or another financial asset that result from transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 115, the Company always measures the loss allowance at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses.

Further, for the purpose of measuring lifetime expected credit loss allowance for trade receivables, the Company has used a practical expedient as permitted under Ind AS 109. This expected credit loss allowance is computed based on a provision matrix which takes into account historical credit loss experience and adjusted for forward-looking information.

The impairment requirements for the recognition and measurement of a loss allowance are equally applied to debt instruments at FVTOCI except that the loss allowance is recognized in other comprehensive income and is not reduced from the carrying amount in the balance sheet.

2.23.7 Derecognition of financial assets

The Company derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or when it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another party. If the Company neither transfers nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership and continues to control the transferred asset, the Company recognizes its retained interest in the asset and an associated liability for amounts it may have to pay. If the Company retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of a transferred financial asset, the Company continues to recognize the financial asset and also recognizes a collateralized borrowing for the proceeds received.

On derecognition of a financial asset in its entirety, the difference between the asset''s carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received and receivable and the cumulative gain or loss that had been recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity is recognized in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognised in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset.

The difference between the carrying amount allocated to the part that is no longer recognised and the sum of the consideration received for the part no longer recognised and any cumulative gain or loss allocated to it that had been recognised in other comprehensive income is recognised in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognised in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset. A cumulative gain or loss that had been recognised in other comprehensive income is allocated between the part that continues to be recognised and the part that is no longer recognised on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts.

2.23.8 Foreign exchange gains and losses

The fair value of financial assets denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the spot rate at the end of each reporting period.

â¢ For foreign currency denominated financial assets measured at amortized cost and FVTPL, the exchange differences are recognised in profit or loss except for those which are designated as hedging instruments in a hedging relationship.

â¢ Changes in the carrying amount of investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI relating to changes in foreign currency rates are recognised in other comprehensive income.

â¢ For the purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gains and losses, FVTOCI debt instruments are treated as financial assets measured at amortized cost. Thus, the exchange differences on the amortized cost are recognized in profit or loss and other changes in the fair value of FVTOCI financial assets are recognised in other comprehensive income

2.24 Financial liabilities and equity instruments

2.24.1 Classification as debt or equity

Debt and equity instruments issued by the Company are classified as either financial liabilities or as equity in accordance with the substance of the contractual arrangements and the definitions of a financial liability and an equity instrument.

2.24.2 Equity instruments

An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recognised at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.

Repurchase of the Company''s own equity instruments is recognised and deducted directly in equity. No gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss on the purchase, sale, issue or cancellation of the Company''s own equity instruments.

2.24.3 Financial liabilities

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

However, financial liabilities that arise when a transfer of a financial asset does not qualify for derecognition or when the continuing involvement approach applies, financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company, and commitments issued by the Company to provide a loan at below-market interest rate are measured in accordance with the specific accounting policies set out below.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is either contingent consideration recognised by the Company as an acquirer in a business combination to which Ind AS 103 applies or is held for trading or it is designated as at FVTPL.

A financial liability is classified as held for trading if:

â¢ it has been incurred principally for the purpose of repurchasing it in the near term; or

â¢ on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

â¢ It is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument.

â¢ such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would otherwise arise;

â¢ the financial liability forms part of group of financial assets or financial liabilities or both, which is managed and its performance is evaluated on a fair value basis, in accordance with the Company''s documented risk management or investment strategy, and information about the grouping is provided internally on that basis; or

â¢ It forms part of a contract containing one or more embedded derivatives, and Ind AS 109 permits the entire combined contract to be designated as at FVTPL in accordance with Ind AS 109.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL are stated at fair value, with any gains or losses arising on remeasurement recognised in profit or loss. The net gain or loss recognised in profit or loss incorporates any interest paid on the financial liability and is included in the ''Other income'' line item.

However, for non-held-for-trading financial liabilities that are designated as at FVTPL, the amount of change in the fair value of the financial liability that is attributable to changes in the credit risk of that liability is recognised in other comprehensive income, unless the recognition of the effects of changes in the liability''s credit risk in other comprehensive income would create or enlarge an accounting mismatch in profit or loss, in which case these effects of changes in credit risk are recognised in profit or loss. The remaining amount of change in the fair value of liability is always recognised in profit or loss. Changes in fair value attributable to a financial liability''s credit risk that are recognised in other comprehensive income are reflected immediately in retained earnings and are not subsequently reclassified to profit or loss.

Gains or losses on financial guarantee contracts and loan commitments issued by the Company that are designated by the Company as at fair value through profit or loss are recognised in profit or loss.

Financial liabilities subsequently measured at amortized cost

Financial liabilities that are not held-for-trading and are not designated as at FVTPL are measured at amortized cost at the end of subsequent accounting periods. The carrying amounts of financial liabilities that are subsequently measured at amortized cost are determined based on the effective interest method. Interest expense that is not capitalized as part of costs of an asset is included in the ''Finance costs'' line item.

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial liability and of allocating interest expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the financial liability, or (where appropriate) a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

Foreign exchange gains and losses

For financial liabilities that are denominated in a foreign currency and are measured at amortized cost at the end of each reporting period, the foreign exchange gains and losses are determined based on the amortized cost of the instruments and are recognised in ''Other income''

The fair value of financial liabilities denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the spot rate at the end of the reporting period. For financial liabilities that are measured as at FVTPL, the foreign exchange component forms part of the fair value gains or losses and is recognised in profit or loss.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

The Company derecognizes financial liabilities when, and only when, the Company''s obligations are discharged, cancelled or have expired. An exchange between with a lender of debt instruments with substantially different terms is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. Similarly, a substantial modification of the terms of an existing financial liability (whether or not attributable to the financial difficulty of the debtor) is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognized and the consideration paid and payable is recognised in profit or loss.

A financial guarantee contract is a contract that requires the issuer to make specified payments to reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor fails to make payments when due in accordance with the terms of a debt instrument.

Financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company are initially measured at their fair values and, if not designated as at FVTPL, are subsequently measured at the higher of:

â¢ the amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with impairment requirements of Ind AS 109;

â¢ the amount initially recognised less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognised in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 115.

2.25 Derivative financial instruments

The Company enters into a variety of derivative financial instruments to manage its exposure to interest rate and foreign exchange rate risks, including foreign exchange forward contracts, option contracts and interest rate swaps.

Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value at the date the derivative contracts are entered into and are subsequently remeasured to their fair value at the end of each reporting period. The resulting gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss immediately unless the derivative is designated and effective as a hedging instrument, in which event the timing of the recognition in profit or loss depends on the nature of the hedging relationship and the nature of the hedged item.

The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges are recorded in other comprehensive income net of applicable deferred income taxes. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognized immediately in the statement of income. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in other comprehensive income remains there until the forecast transaction occurs. When the hedged item is a non-financial asset, the amount recognized in other comprehensive income is transferred to the carrying amount of the asset when it is recognized. In other cases the amount recognized in other comprehensive income is transferred to profit or loss in the same period that the hedged item affects profit or loss. Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, or no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. If a hedged transaction is no longer expected to occur, the net cumulative gain or loss recognized in the other comprehensive income is transferred to statement of income.

2.26 Business Combination

2.27 Critical accounting judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

2.27.1 Key sources of estimation uncertainty

Items requiring significant estimate	Assumption and estimation uncertainty
Useful lives of property, plant and equipment	The Company reviews the estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment at the end of each reporting period. During the current year, there has been no change in life considered for the assets.
	Some of the Company''s assets and liabilities are measured at fair value for financial reporting purposes. The valuation committee which is headed by the Chief Financial Officer of the Company determines the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs for fair value measurements.
Fair value measurements and valuation processes	In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company uses market-observable data to the extent it is available. Where Level 1 inputs are not available, the Company engages third party qualified valuers to perform the valuation. Finance team works closely with the qualified external valuers to establish the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs to the model. The Chief Financial Officer reports the valuation committee''s findings to the board of directors of the Company annually to explain the cause of fluctuations in the fair value of the assets and liabilities.
Revenue recognition	The Company provides customer incentives, such as rebates, based on quantity purchased, timing of collections etc. Various estimates are made to recognise the impact of rebates and other incentives on revenue. These estimates are made based on historical and forecasted data, contractual terms and current conditions.
Subsidy income and related receivables	Subsidy income has been recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to Subsidy including those under the Direct Benefit Transfer system which was introduced by the Government of India which includes satisfaction of conditions specified and compliance with reasonable margin guidelines, assessment of applicable rates for fertilizers sold, evaluation of recoverability of receivables.
Provision for doubtful receivables	The Company makes provision for doubtful receivables based on a provision matrix which takes into account historical credit loss experience and adjusted for current estimates.
Estimation of net realisable value of inventories	Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. In estimating the net realisable value of inventories the Company makes an estimate of future selling prices, Subsidy and costs necessary to make the sale.
Provision for employee benefits	The Company uses actuarial assumptions to determine the obligations for employee benefits at each reporting period. These assumptions include the discount rate, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, rate of increase in compensation levels and mortality rates.
Leases	Ind AS 116 defines a lease term as the non-cancellable period for which the lessee has the right to use the underlying asset including optional periods, when an entity is reasonably certain to exercise an option to extend (or not to terminate) a lease. The Company considers all relevant facts and circumstances that create an economic incentive for the lessee to exercise the option when determining the lease term. The option to extend the lease term are included in the lease term, if it is reasonably certain that the lessee will exercise the option. The Company reassess the option when significant events or changes in circumstances occur that are within the control of the lessee.

2.28 Recent pronouncements

Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") notifies new standard or amendments to the existing standards under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules as issued from time to time. On 23 March 2022, MCA amended the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2022, applicable from 01 April 2022, as below:<

Mar 31, 2021

1. General information

Coromandel International Limited ("the Companyâ) is a limited company incorporated in India, equity shares of which are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India. Its parent Company is E.I.D. Parry (India) Limited.

The address of its registered office and principal place of business are disclosed in the annual report. The Company is engaged in the business of farm inputs comprising fertiliser, crop protection, specialty nutrients and organic compost.

Our Executive Leadership Team comprises the following officers at the date of release of these financial statements

â¢ Sameer Goel - Managing Director

â¢ S Sankarasubramanian- President & Head (Fertilisers)

â¢ Amit Rastogi - Executive Vice President -Technology

â¢ Amir Alvi - Executive Vice President & Head Manufacturing (Fertilisers)

â¢ Arun Leslie George - Executive Vice President & Head (Retail)

â¢ B Prasannatha Rao - Executive Vice President & Head - HR

â¢ Jayashree Satagopan- Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

â¢ Kalidas Pramanik - Executive Vice President -Marketing (Fertilisers & Organic)

â¢ Rajavelu NK- Executive Vice President and Business Head (CPC)

â¢ Arun Vellayan- Head of Strategy

â¢ Narayanan Vellayan - Head of Commercial (Fertilisers and SSP)

â¢ Rajesh Mukhija- Senior Vice President - Legal and Company Secretary

â¢ T S Venkateswaran -Vice President - Internal Audit & Risk Management

and reporting structure through which we operate our business. We categorise our operating segments into Nutrient and other allied business, and Crop Protection.

The Company has 17 manufacturing facilities located across India. The Company also operates a network of retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. The Company''s products are marketed all over the Country through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centers. The crop protection products are exported to various countries.

2. Significant Accounting Policies2.1 Statement of compliance

The financial statements which comprise the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Profit and Loss (including Other Comprehensive Income), the Cash Flow Statement, and the Statement of Changes in Equity ("financial statementsâ) have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Actâ), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, along with relevant amendment rules issued thereafter and other relevant provisions of the Act, as applicable. The Company has consistently applied accounting policies to all periods.

2.2 Basis of preparation and presentation

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services.

â¢ Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date;

â¢ Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

â¢ Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

The principal accounting policies are set out below.

2.3 Revenue recognition

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable.

a) Sale of goods is recognised net of returns and trade discounts, when the control over the goods is transferred to the customers. The performance obligation in case of sale of goods is satisfied at a point in time i.e., when the goods are shipped to the customers or on delivery to the customer, as per applicable terms.

b) The Company recognizes subsidy income as per Ind AS 20 ''Accounting for Government Grants and Disclosure of Government Assistance'' on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates, when there is a reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to Subsidy.

d) Export benefits and other excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

2.4 Other Income

a) Dividend income from investments is recognised in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

2.5 Leasing

The right-of-use asset is subsequently amortised using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the end of the lease term.

2.6 Insurance claims

2.7 Functional and presentation currency

Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (i.e., the "functional currencyâ). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee (''), the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company and rounded to the nearest Lakhs.

2.8 Foreign currencies

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of transactions. The date of transaction for the purpose of determining the exchange rate on initial recognition of the related asset, expense or income (part of it) is the date on which the entity initially recognises the nonmonetary asset or non-monetary liability arising from payment or receipt of advance consideration. Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are restated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Gains and losses arising on settlement and restatement of foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are recognised in the statement of profit and loss. Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost in foreign currencies are not translated.

2.9 Borrowing costs

Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalization.

All other borrowing costs are recognised in profit or loss in the period in which they are incurred.

2.10. Employee benefits

2.10.1 Defined contribution plans

2.10.2 Defined benefit plans

Defined benefit costs are categorized as follows:

â¢ service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and settlements);

â¢ net interest expense or income; and

â¢ remeasurement

recognised in other comprehensive income is reflected immediately in retained earnings and is not reclassified to profit or loss.

2.10.3 Short-term employee benefits

2.10.4 Other long-term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefit comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

2.11 Share-based payment arrangements

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.

2.12 Earnings per share

The Company presents basic and diluted earnings per share ("EPSâ) data for its equity shares. Basic EPS is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is determined by adjusting the profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

2.13 Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

â¢ Current tax

â¢ Deferred tax

â¢ Current and deferred tax for the year

2.14 Property, plant and equipment

capitalization in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

Asset	Useful
	lives
	(in years)
Plant and equipment	LO OJ 1 LO
Vehicles	5 - 7
Office equipment, furniture and fixtures	3 - 5

The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis. Assets individually costing '' 5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year. Land is not depreciated.

2.15 Biological assets

Cost incurred for new plantations are capitalised and depreciated over their estimated useful life which has been ascribed to be 20 years.

2.16 Intangible assets

2.17 Impairment of tangible and intangible assets

2.18 Inventories

Stores and spares, packing materials are valued at or below cost. Raw materials and other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Net realizable value represents the estimated selling price (including subsidy income, where applicable) of inventories less all estimated costs of completion and costs necessary to make the sale.

The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

1. Stores and spares and packing materials - Weighted average cost.

2. Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

3. Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads.

4. Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost

2.19 Exceptional item

Significant gains/losses or expenses incurred arising from external events that is not expected to recur are disclosed as ''Exceptional item''.

2.20 Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

2.21 Financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

2.22 Financial assets

All recognized financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets.

2.22.1 Classification of financial assets

â¢ the asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets in order to collect contractual cash flows; and

â¢ the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

â¢ the asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved both by collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and

â¢ the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

All other financial assets are subsequently measured at fair value.

2.22.2 Effective interest method

2.22.3 Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates

On initial recognition, these investments are recognized at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction cost. Subsequently, they are measured at cost.

2.22.4 Investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI

A financial asset is held for trading if:

â¢ it has been acquired principally for the purpose of selling it in the near term; or

â¢ on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

â¢ it is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument or a financial guarantee.

2.22.5 Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

2.22.6 Impairment of financial assets

Further, for the purpose of measuring lifetime expected credit loss allowance for trade receivables, the Company has used a practical expedient as permitted under Ind AS 109.This expected credit loss allowance is computed based on a provision matrix which takes into account historical credit loss experience and adjusted for forwardlooking information.

2.22.7 Derecognition of financial assets

2.22.8 Foreign exchange gains and losses

The fair value of financial assets denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the spot rate at the end of each reporting period.

â¢ Changes in the carrying amount of investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI relating to changes in foreign currency rates are recognised in other comprehensive income.

2.23. Financial liabilities and equity instruments

2.23.1 Classification as debt or equity

2.23.2 Equity instruments

2.23.3 Financial liabilities

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

A financial liability is classified as held for trading if:

â¢ it has been incurred principally for the purpose of repurchasing it in the near term; or

â¢ on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

â¢ It is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument.

â¢ such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would otherwise arise;

It forms part of a contract containing one or more embedded derivatives, and Ind AS 109 permits the entire combined contract to be designated as at FVTPL in accordance with Ind AS 109.

Financial liabilities subsequently measured at amortized cost

through the expected life of the financial liability, or (where appropriate) a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

Financial guarantee contracts

Financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company are initially measured at their fair values and, if not designated as at FVTPL, are subsequently measured at the higher of:

â¢ the amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with impairment requirements of Ind AS 109;

â¢ the amount initially recognised less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognised in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 115.

Foreign exchange gains and losses

Derecognition of financial liabilities

financial liability derecognized and the consideration paid and payable is recognised in profit or loss.

2.24 Derivative financial instruments

.25 Critical accounting judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

2.25.1 Critical judgements in applying accounting policies

The following are the critical judgements, apart from those involving estimations, that the directors have made in the process of applying the Company''s accounting policies and that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the financial statements.

Revenue recognition

In making their judgment, the management considered the detailed criteria for the recognition of revenue from the sale of goods set out in Ind AS 115 and, in particular, whether the Company had transferred control over the goods to the buyer.

2.25.2 Key sources of estimation uncertainty

Mar 31, 2019

Notes forming part of the Standalone financial statements

1 General information

The address of its registered office and principal place of business are disclosed in the annual report. The Company is engaged in the business of farm inputs comprising of fertiliser, crop protection, specialty nutrients and organic compost.

Our Executive Leadership Team comprises the following officers at the date of release of these financial statements:

Sameer Goel - Managing Director S Sankarasubramanian- Presidents Head (Fertilisers)

Amir Alvi - Executive Vice President & Head Manufacturing (Fertilisers)

Arun Leslie George - Executive Vice President & Head (Retail)

B Prasannatha Rao - Executive Vice President & Head -HR

Jayashree Satagopan - Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Kalidas Pramanik - Executive Vice President -Marketing (Fertilisers & Organic)

Narayanan Vellayan - Senior Associate Vice President - Speciality Nutrients

P Varadarajan - Senior Vice President - Legal and Company Secretary

Ripu Daman Singh - Executive Vice President - New Business Development

S Govindarajan - Executive Vice President & Head -Commercial

Srikanthan S - Executive Vice President & Head -Crop Protection

Amit Rastogi - Executive Vice President -Technology

The executive leadership team reviews the results of our operations and our financial position on consolidated, operating segment and business unit levels. Our operating segments are defined by the organisation and reporting structure through which we operate our business. We categorise our operating segments into Nutrient and other allied business and Crop Protection.

The Company has 16 manufacturing facilities located across India. The Company also operates a network of retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. The Company''s products are marketed all over the Country through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centers. The crop protection products are exported to various countries.

Application of new and revised Ind AS

lnd AS.case on 30 March 2019, Ministry of Corporate Affairs has notified Ind AS 116, Leases. Ind AS 116 will replace the existing leases Standard, Ind AS 17 Leases, and related Interpretations. The Standard sets out the principles for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of leases for both parties to a contract i.e., the lessee and the lessor. Ind AS 116 introduces a single lessee accounting model and requires a lessee to recognize assets and liabilities for all leases with a term of more than twelve months, unless the underlying asset is of low value. Currently, operating lease expenses are charged to the statement of Profit & Loss. The Standard also contains enhanced disclosure requirements for lessees. Ind AS 116 substantially carries forward the lessor accounting requirements in Ind AS 17.

The effective date for adoption of Ind AS 116 is annual periods beginning on or after 1 April 2019. The standard permits two possible methods of transition:

Full retrospective - Retrospectively to each prior period presented applying Ind AS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors Modified retrospective - Retrospectively, with the cumulative effect of initially applying the Standard recognized at the date of initial application.

Ind Â£ 20 indix C, bertainty our Inome Tax

Treatment on 30 March 2019, Ministry of Corporate Affairs has notified Ind AS 12 Appendix C, Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments which is to be applied while performing the determination of taxable profit (or loss), tax bases, unused tax losses, unused tax credits and tax rates, when there is uncertainty over income tax treatments under Ind AS 12. According to the appendix, companies need to determine the probability of the relevant tax authority accepting each tax treatment, or group of tax treatments, that the companies have used or plan to use in their income tax filing which has to be considered to compute the most likely amount or the expected value of the tax treatment when determining taxable profit (tax loss), tax bases, unused tax losses, unused tax credits and tax rates.

The standard permits two possible methods of transition - i) Full retrospective approach - Under this approach, Appendix C will be applied retrospectively to each prior reporting period presented in accordance with Ind AS 8 - Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors, without using hindsight and ii) Retrospectively with cumulative effect of initially applying Appendix C recognized by adjusting equity on initial application, without adjusting comparatives.

The effective date for adoption of Ind AS 12 Appendix C is annual periods beginning on or after 1 April 2019.

Amendment to Ind AS 12 - Income taxes: On 30 March 2019, Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued amendments to the guidance in Ind AS 12, ''Income Taxes'', in connection with accounting for dividend distribution taxes.

The amendment clarifies that an entity shall recognise the income tax consequences of dividends in profit or loss, other comprehensive income or equity according to where the entity originally recognised those past transactions or events.

Effective date for application of this amendment is annual period beginning on or after 1 April 2019.

Amendment to Ind 2 & fan amendment, ailment or settlement on 30 March 2019, Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued amendments to Ind AS 19, ''Employee Benefits'', in connection with accounting for plan amendments, curtailments and settlements.

The amendments require an entity: to use updated assumptions to determine current service cost and net interest for the remainder of the period after a plan amendment, curtailment or settlement; and to recognise in profit or loss as part of past service cost, or a gain or loss on settlement, any reduction in a surplus, even if that surplus was not previously recognised because of the impact of the asset ceiling.

Effective date for application of this amendment is annual period beginning on or after 1 April 2019.

The Company is evaluating the effects of above on its financial statements.

Significant accounting policies 3 Statement of Compliance

The financial statements which comprise the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Profit and Loss (including Other Comprehensive Income), the Cash Flow Statement, and the Statement of Changes in Equity ("financial statements") have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act"), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, along with relevant amendment rules issued thereafter and other relevant provisions of the Act, as applicable. Except for the changes below, the Company has consistently applied accounting policies to all periods.

The Company has adopted Ind AS 115 ''Revenue from Contracts with Customers'' with the date of initial application being April 01, 2018. Ind AS 115 established a comprehensive framework on revenue recognition and replaces Ind AS 18 - Revenue and Ind AS 11 - Construction Contracts. There are no material adjustments arising on transition.

On March 28, 2018, Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") notified the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2018 containing Appendix B to Ind AS 21, Foreign currency transactions and advance consideration which clarified the date of the transaction for the purpose of determining the exchange rate to use on initial recognition of the related asset, expense or income, when an entity has received or paid consideration in a foreign currency. The Company has evaluated the effect of this amendment on the financial statements and concluded that the impact is not material.

2 Prepararation and pentation

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services.

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date,

regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique. In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. Fair value for measurement and/or disclosure purposes in these financial statements is determined on such a basis, except for share-based payment transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 102, leasing transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 17, and measurements that have some similarities to fair value but are not fair value, such as net realisable value in Ind AS 2 or value in use in Ind AS 36.

Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date;

Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

The principal accounting policies are set out below. 3 Hon reogition

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable.

a) Sale of goods is recognised net of returns and trade discounts, when the control over the goods is transferred to the customers. The performance obligation in case of sale of goods is satisfied at a point in time i.e. when the goods are shipped to the customers or on delivery to the customer, as per applicable terms

d) Export benefits and other excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

3 Other inome

a) Dividend income from investments is recognised in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

Leamg

Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

The Company''s significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals under such agreements are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as per the terms of the lease.

Rental expense from operating leases is generally recognised on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease. Where the rentals are structured solely to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the lessor''s expected inflationary cost increases, such increases are recognised in the year in which such benefits accrue.

B Insurance Claim

3 Additional and peentation

Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (i.e. the "functional currency"). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee (Rs), the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company.

3.8 Foreign Currencies

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of transactions. The date of transaction for the purpose of determining the exchange rate on initial recognition of the related asset, expense or income (part of it) is the date on which the entity initially recognises the non-monetary asset or non-monetary liability arising from payment or receipt of advance consideration. Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are restated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Gains and losses arising on settlement and restatement of foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are recognised in the statement of profit and loss. Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost in foreign currencies are not translated.

3.9 Borrowing costs

Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalization.

All other borrowing costs are recognised in profit or loss in the period in which they are incurred.

3.10 Employee benefits

3.10.1 Defined contribution plans

3.10.2 Defined benefit plans

Defined benefit costs are categorized as follows: service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and settlements); net interest expense or income; and remeasurement

3.10.3 Short-term employee benefits

3.10.4 Other long-term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefit comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

3 Srebed payment arrangements

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.

3.00 Earning Per share

3.1 Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

Current tax

Deferred tax

Current and deferred tax for the year

Property and Equipment

Property, plant and equipment are stated in the Balance Sheet at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes purchase price, attributable expenditure incurred in bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use and cost of borrowing till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

Properties in the course of construction for production, supply or administrative purposes are carried at cost, less any recognised impairment loss. Depreciation of these assets, on the same basis as other property assets, commences when the assets are ready for their intended use.

Plant and equipment 5-25

Vehicles 5-7

Office equipment, furniture and 3-5 fixtures

The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis. Assets Individually costing Rs 5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year. Land is not depreciated.

Biological Assets

Cost incurred for new plantations are capitalised and depreciated over their estimated useful life which has been ascribed to be 20 years.

Intangible Assets

Intangible assets are carried at cost, net of accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost of an intangible asset com prises of purchase price and attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use.

Intangible assets are amortised on the straight-line method. Technical know-how is amortised over their estimated useful lives ranging from 5-10 years and product registration is amortised over the period of the registration subject to a maximum of 10 years.

An intangible asset is derecognized on disposal, or when no future economic benefits are expected from use or disposal. Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset, measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset, are recognised in profit or loss when the asset is derecognized.

Impairment of Tangible and Intangible Assets

The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset/cash generating unit may be impaired. If any indication exists the Company estimates the recoverable amount of such assets and if carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount, impairment is recognised. The recoverable amount is the higher of the net selling price and its value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using an appropriate discount factor. When there is indication that previously recognised impairment loss no longer exists or may have decreased such reversal of impairment loss is recognised in the profit or loss.

Inventories

The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

1. Stores and spares and packing materials -Weighted average cost.

2. Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

3. Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads. Excise duty is included in the value of finished goods up to 30 June 2017.

4. Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost Exceptional item

Significant gains/losses or expenses incurred arising from external events that is not expected to recur are disclosed as ''Exceptional item''.

Provision for contigent liabilites and ontingent assets

Provisions are recognised only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation. When a provision is measured using the cash flows estimated to settle the present obligation, its carrying amount is the present value of those cash flows (when the effect of the time value of money is material).

2 Financial Instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

2 Financial Assets

All regular way purchases or sales of financial assets are recognised and derecognized on a trade date basis. Regular way purchases or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets.

3.22.1 Classification of financial assets

Debt instruments that meet the following conditions are subsequently measured at amortized cost (except for debt instruments that are designated as at fair value through profit or loss on initial recognition): the asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets in order to collect contractual cash flows; and the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

Debt instruments that meet the following conditions are subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI) (except for debt instruments that are designated as at fair value through profit or loss on initial recognition): the asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved both by collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

Interest income is recognised in profit or loss for FVTOCI debt instruments. For the purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gains and losses, FVTOCI debt instruments are treated as financial assets measured at amortized cost. Thus, the exchange differences on the amortized cost are recognised in profit or loss and other changes in the fair value of FVTOCI financial assets are recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated under the heading of ''Reserve for debt instruments through other comprehensive income''. When the investment is disposed of, the cumulative gain or loss previously accumulated in this reserve is reclassified to profit or loss.

All other financial assets are subsequently measured at fair value.

3.22.2 Effective interest method

Income is recognised on an effective interest basis for debt instruments other than those financial assets classified as at FVTPL. Interest income is recognised in profit or loss and is included in the "Other income" line item.

3.22.3 nvestments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates

On initial recognition, these investments are recognized at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction cost. Subsequently, they are measured at cost.

3.22.4 nvestments in equity instruments at FVTOC

On initial recognition, the Company can make an irrevocable election (on an instrument-by-instrument basis) to presentthe subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income pertaining to investments in equity instruments. This election is not permitted if the equity investment is held for trading. These elected investments are initially measured at fair value plus transaction costs. Subsequently, they are measured at fair value with gains and losses arising from changes in fair value recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the ''Reserve for equity instruments through other comprehensive income''. The cumulative gain or loss is not reclassified to profit or loss on disposal of the investments.

A financial asset is held for trading if: it has been acquired principally for the purpose of selling it in the near term; or on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or it is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument or a financial guarantee.

Dividends on these investments in equity instruments are recognised in profit or loss when the Company''s right to receive the dividends is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the entity, the dividend does not represent a recovery of part of cost of the investment and the amount of dividend can be measured reliably. Dividends recognised in profit or loss are included in the ''Other income'' line item.

3.22.5 Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

Debt instruments that do not meet the amortised cost criteria or FVTOCI criteria are measured at FVTPL. In addition, debt instruments that meet the amortised cost criteria or the FVTOCI criteria but are designated as at FVTPL are measured at FVTPL.

A financial asset that meets the amortised cost criteria or debt instruments that meet the FVTOCI criteria may be designated as at FVTPL upon initial recognition if such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would arise from measuring assets or liabilities or recognising the gains and losses on them on different bases. The Company has not designated any debt instrument as at FVTPL.

Financial assets at FVTPL are measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period, with any gains or losses arising on remeasurement recognised in profit or loss. The net gain or loss recognised in profit or loss incorporates any dividend or interest earned on the financial asset and is included in the ''Other income'' line item. Dividend on financial assets at FVTPL is recognised when the Company''s right to receive the dividends is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the entity, the dividend does not represent a recovery of part of cost of the investment and the amount of dividend can be measured reliably.

3.22.6 mpairment of financial assets

The Company applies the expected credit loss model for recognising impairment loss on financial assets measured at amortised cost, debt instruments at FVTOCI, lease receivables, trade receivables, other contractual rights to receive cash or other financial asset, and financial guarantees not designated as at FVTPL.

The impairment requirements for the recognition and measurement of a loss allowance are equally applied to debt instruments at FVTOCI except that the loss allowance is recognised in other comprehensive income and is not reduced from the carrying amount in the balance sheet.

3.22.7 Derecognition of financial assets

The Company derecognises a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or when it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another party. If the Company neither transfers nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership and continues to control the transferred asset, the Company recognises its retained interest in the asset and an associated liability for amounts it may have to pay. If the Company retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of a transferred financial asset, the Company continues to recognise the financial asset and also recognises a collateralised borrowing for the proceeds received.

On derecognition of a financial asset in its entirety, the difference between the asset''s carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received and receivable and the cumulative gain or loss that had been recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity is recognised in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognised in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset.

On derecognition of a financial asset other than in its entirety, the Company allocates the previous carrying amount of the financial asset between the part it continues to recognize under continuing involvement, and the part it no longer recognises on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts on the date of the transfer. The difference between the carrying amount allocated to the part that is no longer recognised and the sum of the consideration received for the part no longer recognised and any cumulative gain or loss allocated to it that had been recognised in other comprehensive income is recognised in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognised in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset. A cumulative gain or loss that had been recognised in other comprehensive income is allocated between the part that continues to be recognised and the part that is no longer recognised on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts.

3.22.8 Foreign exchange gains and losses

3.23.3 Financial liabilities

The fair value of financial assets denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the spot rate at the end of each reporting period.

For foreign currency denominated financial assets measured at amortized cost and FVTPL, the exchange differences are recognised in profit or loss except for those which are designated as hedging instruments in a hedging relationship.

Changes in the carrying amount of investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI relating to changes in foreign currency rates are recognised in other comprehensive income.

For the purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gains and losses, FVTOCI debt instruments are treated as financial assets measured at amortized cost. Thus, the exchange differences on the amortized cost are recognized in profit or loss and other changes in the fair value of FVTOCI financial assets are recognised in other comprehensive income.

Financial liabilities and equipments

3.23.1 Classification as debt or equity

3.23.2 Equity instruments

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

A financial liability is classified as held for trading if: it has been incurred principally for the purpose of repurchasing it in the near term; or on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

It is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument.

A financial liability other than a financial liability held for trading or contingent consideration recognised by the Company as an acquirer in a business combination to which Ind AS 103 applies, may be designated as at FVTPL upon initial recognition if: such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would otherwise arise; the financial liability forms part of group of financial assets or financial liabilities or both, which is managed and its performance is evaluated on a fair value basis, in accordance with the Company''s documented risk management or investment strategy, and information about the grouping is provided internally on that basis; or

It forms part of a contract containing one or more embedded derivatives, and Ind AS 109 permits the entire combined contract to be designated as at FVTPL in accordance with Ind AS 109.

Financial liabilities subsequently measured at amortized cost

Financial guarantee contracts

Financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company are initially measured at their fair values and, if not designated as at FVTPL, are subsequently measured at the higher of: the amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with impairment requirements of Ind AS 109; the amount initially recognised less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognised in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 115.

Foreign exchange gains and losses

Derecognition of financial liabilities

3.24 Derivative financial instruments

The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in other comprehensive income remains there until the forecast transaction occurs. When the hedged item is a non-financial asset, the amount recognized in other comprehensive income is transferred to the carrying amount of the asset when itis recognized. In other cases the amount recognized in other comprehensive income is transferred to profit or loss in the same period that the hedged item affects profit or loss. Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, or no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. If a hedged transaction is no longer expected to occur, the net cumulative gain or loss recognized in the other comprehensive income is transferred to statement of income.

3.25 Critical accounting judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

3.25.1 Critical judgements in applying accounting policies

Revenue recognition

3.25.2 Key sources of estimation uncertainty

Items requiring significant estimate Useful lives of property, plant and equipment	Option and estimation certainty The Company reviews the estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment at the end of each reporting period. During the current year, there has been no change in life considered for the assets.
Fair value measurements and valuation processes	Some of the Company''s assets and liabilities are measured at fair value for financial reporting purposes. The valuation committee which is headed by the Chief Financial Officer of the Company determines the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs for fair value measurements.
	In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company uses market-observable data to the extent it is available. Where Level 1 inputs are not available, the Company engages third party qualified valuers to perform the valuation. Finance team works closely with the qualified external valuers to establish the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs to the model. The Chief Financial Officer reports the valuation committee''s findings to the board of directors of the Company annually to explain the cause of fluctuations in the fair value of the assets and liabilities.
Revenue recognition	The Company provides customer incentives, such as rebates, based on quantity purchased, timing of collections etc. Various estimates are made to recognise the impact of rebates and other incentives on revenue. These estimates are made based on historical and forecasted data, contractual terms and current conditions.
Subsidy income and related receivables	Subsidy income has been recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with all necessary conditions attached to subsidy including those under the Direct Benefit Transfer system which was introduced by the Government of India.
Provision for doubtful receivables	The Company makes provision for doubtful receivables based on a provision matrix which takes into account historical credit loss experience and adjusted for current estimates.
Estimation of net realisable value of inventories	Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. In estimating the net realisable value of inventories the Company makes an estimate of future selling prices, Subsidy and costs necessary to make the sale.
Provision for employee benefits	The Company uses actuarial assumptions to determine the obligations for employee benefits at each reporting period. These assumptions include the discount rate, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, rate of increase in compensation levels and mortality rates.
Provision for taxes	Significant judgments are required in determining the provision for income taxes, including the amount expected to be paid/ recovered for uncertain tax positions.

Mar 31, 2018

1 General information

Our Executive Leadership Team comprises the following officers at the date of release of these financial statements:

- Sameer Goel - Managing Director

- G Veerabhadram - President - Crop Protection

- S Sankarasubramanian- President & Head (Fertilisers)

- Amir Alvi - Executive Vice President & Head Manufacturing (Fertilisers)

- Arun Leslie George - Executive Vice President & Head (SSP)

- B Prasannatha Rao - Executive Vice President & Head - HR

- Jayashree Satagopan- Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

- Kalidas Pramanik - Executive Vice President - Marketing (Fertilisers & Organic)

- P Varadarajan - Senior Vice President - Legal and Company Secretary

- Ripu Daman Singh - Executive Vice President & Head (Retail)

- S Govindarajan - Executive Vice President & Head -Commercial

- Srikanthan S - Executive Vice President & COO - Crop Protection

The executive leadership team reviews the results of our operations and our financial position on consolidated, operating segment and business unit levels. Our operating segments are defined by the organisation and reporting structure through which we operate our business. We categories our operating segments into Nutrient and other allied business and Crop Protection.

The Company has 15 manufacturing facilities located across India. The Company also operates a network of retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. The Company''s products are marketed all over the Country through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centers. The crop protection products are exported to various countries.

2 Application of new and revised Ind AS

Appendix B to Ind AS 21, Foreign currency transactions and advance consideration: On 28 March 2018, Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") has notified the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2018 containing

Appendix B to Ind AS 21, Foreign currency transactions and advance consideration which clarifies the date of the transaction for the purpose of determining the exchange rate to use on initial recognition of the related asset, expense or income, when an entity has received or paid advance consideration in a foreign currency.

The amendment will come into force from 1 April 2018. The Company is currently evaluating the requirements of the amendment and is in the process of determining the impact on the financial statements.

Ind AS 115- Revenue from Contract with Customers: On 28 March 2018, MCA has notified the Ind AS 115, Revenue from Contract with Customers. The core principle of the new standard is that an entity should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. Further the new standard requires enhanced disclosures about the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from the entity''s contracts with customers.

The standard permits two possible methods of transition:

- Retrospective approach - Under this approach the standard will be applied retrospectively to each prior reporting period presented in accordance with Ind AS 8- Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors.

- Retrospectively with cumulative effect of initially applying the standard recognized at the date of initial application (Cumulative catch - up approach).

The effective date for adoption of Ind AS 115 is financial periods beginning on or after 1 April 2018.

The Company will adopt the standard on 1 April 2018 by using the cumulative catch-up transition method and accordingly comparatives for the year ending or ended 31 March 2018 will not be retrospectively adjusted. The Company is currently evaluating the requirements of the revised standard and is in the process of determining the impact on the financial statements.

3 Significant accounting policies

3.1 Statement of compliance

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act"), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, along with relevant amendment rules issued thereafter and other relevant provisions of the Act, as applicable.

3.2 Basis of preparation and presentation

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services.

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique. In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. Fair value for measurement and/or disclosure purposes in these financial statements is determined on such a basis, except for share-based payment transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 102, leasing transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 17, and measurements that have some similarities to fair value but are not fair value, such as net realizable value in Ind AS 2 or value in use in Ind AS 36.

- Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date,

- Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, and

- Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

Based on the nature of activities of the Company and the average time between acquisition of assets and their realization in cash or cash equivalents, the Company has determined its operating cycle as 12 months for the purpose of classification of its assets and liabilities as current and non-current.

The principal accounting policies are set out below.

3.3 Revenue recognition

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable.

a) Sale of goods is recognized net of returns and trade discounts, when the risk and rewards of ownership are transferred to the customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax/ value added tax. Revenue is also recognized on sale of goods in case where the delivery is kept pending at the instance of the customer, the risk and rewards are transferred and customer takes title and accepts billing as per usual payment terms.

b) Subsidy is recognized on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilizers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

c) Income from services rendered is recognized based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties and when services are rendered.

d) Export benefits and other excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

3.4 Other income

a) Dividend income from investments is recognized in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

b) Interest income from a financial asset is recognized when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that asset''s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

3.5 Leasing

The Company''s significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals under such agreements are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss as per the terms of the lease.

Rental expense from operating leases is generally recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease. Where the rentals are structured solely to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the less orâs expected inflationary cost increases, such increases are recognized in the year in which such benefits accrue.

3.6 Insurance claims

3.7 Functional and presentation currency

Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (i.e. the "functional currency"). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee (''), the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company.

3.8 Foreign currencies

In preparing the financial statements of the Company, transactions in currencies other than the entity''s functional currency (foreign currencies) are recognized at the rates of exchange prevailing at the dates of the transactions. At the end of each reporting period, monetary items denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing at that date. Non-monetary items carried at fair value that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing at the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are not retranslated.

Exchange differences on monetary items are recognized in profit or loss in the period in which they arise except for exchange differences on transactions entered into in order to hedge certain foreign currency risks.

3.9 Borrowing costs

Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalization.

All other borrowing costs are recognized in profit or loss in the period in which they are incurred.

3.10 Employee benefits

3.10.1 Defined contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognized in the profit or loss each year when employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

3.10.2 Defined benefit plans

The Company''s Gratuity scheme for its employees is a defined benefit retirement benefit plan. Obligation under the gratuity scheme is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of

India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognized in the profit or loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out as at the end of the year.

Defined benefit costs are categorized as follows:

- service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and settlements),

- net interest expense or income, and

- remeasurement

Remeasurement, comprising actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the changes to the asset ceiling (if applicable) and the return on plan assets (excluding net interest), is reflected immediately in the balance sheet with a charge or credit recognized in other comprehensive income in the period in which they occur. Remeasurement recognized in other comprehensive income is reflected immediately in retained earnings and is not reclassified to profit or loss.

3.10.3 Short-term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognized as an expense as per Company''s schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

3.10.4 Other long-term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefit comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

Liabilities recognized in respect of other long-term employee benefits are measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows expected to be made by the Company in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date.

3.11 Share-based payment arrangements

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognized in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.

3.12 Earnings per share

3.13 Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

- Current tax

- Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognized on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognized for all taxable temporary differences. Deferred tax assets are generally recognized for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilized. Such deferred tax assets and liabilities are not recognized if the temporary difference arises from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit.

- Current and deferred tax for the year

Current and deferred tax are recognized in profit or loss, except when they relate to items that are recognized in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case, the current and deferred tax are also recognized in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

3.14 Property, plant and equipment

The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis. Assets costing '' 5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year. Land is not depreciated.

3.15 Intangible assets

3.16 Impairment of tangible and intangible assets

3.17 Inventories

The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

1. Stores and spares and packing materials - Weighted average cost.

2. Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

3. Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of

direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads. Excise duty is included in the value of finished goods up to 30 June 2017.

4. Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost

3.18 Exceptional item

Significant gains/losses or expenses incurred arising from external events that is not expected to recur are disclosed as ''Exceptional item''.

3.19 Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

3.20 Financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

3.21 Financial assets

All recognized financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets.

3.21.1 Classification of financial assets

- the asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets in order to collect contractual cash flows, and

- the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

Debt instruments that meet the following conditions are subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (except for debt instruments that are designated as at fair value through profit or loss on initial recognition):

- the asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved both by collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets, and

- the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

All other financial assets are subsequently measured at fair value.

3.21.2 Effective interest method

3.21.3 Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates

On initial recognition, these investments are recognized at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction cost. Subsequently, they are measured at cost,

3.21.4 Investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI

A financial asset is held for trading if:

- it has been acquired principally for the purpose of selling it in the near term, or

- on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking, or

- it is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument or a financial guarantee.

3.21.5 Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

3.21.6 Impairment of financial assets

The Company applies the expected credit loss model for recognising impairment loss on financial assets measured at amortized cost, debt instruments at FVTOCI, lease receivables, trade receivables, other contractual rights to receive cash or other financial asset, and financial guarantees not designated as at FVTPL.

For trade receivables or any contractual right to receive cash or another financial asset that result from transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 11 and Ind AS 18, the Company always measures the loss allowance at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses.

3.21.7 Derecognition of financial assets

The Company derecognises a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or when it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another party. If the Company neither transfers nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership and continues to control the transferred asset, the Company recognizes its retained interest in the asset and an associated liability for amounts it may have to pay. If the Company retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of a transferred financial asset, the Company continues to recognize the financial asset and also recognizes a collateralized borrowing for the proceeds received.

On derecognition of a financial asset in its entirety, the difference between the asset''s carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received and receivable and the cumulative gain or loss that had been recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity is recognized in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognized in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset.

On derecognition of a financial asset other than in its entirety, the Company allocates the previous carrying amount of the financial asset between the part it continues to recognize under continuing involvement, and the part it no longer recognizes on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts on the date of the transfer. The difference between the carrying amount allocated to the part that is no longer recognized and the sum of the consideration received for the part no longer recognized and any cumulative gain or loss allocated to it that had been recognized in other comprehensive income is recognized in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognized in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset. A cumulative gain or loss that had been recognized in other comprehensive income is allocated between the part that continues to be recognized and the part that is no longer recognized on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts.

3.21.8 Foreign exchange gains and losses

The fair value of financial assets denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the spot rate at the end of each reporting period.

- For foreign currency denominated financial assets measured at amortized cost and FVTPL, the exchange differences are recognized in profit or loss except for those which are designated as hedging instruments in a hedging relationship.

- Changes in the carrying amount of investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI relating to changes in foreign currency rates are recognized in other comprehensive income.

- For the purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gains and losses, FVTOCI debt instruments are treated as financial assets measured at amortized cost. Thus, the exchange differences on the amortized cost are recognized in profit or loss and other changes in the fair value of FVTOCI financial assets are recognized in other comprehensive income.

3.22 Financial liabilities and equity instruments

3.22.1 Classification as debt or equity

3.22.2 Equity instruments

An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recognized at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.

Repurchase of the Company''s own equity instruments is recognized and deducted directly in equity. No gain or loss is recognized in profit or loss on the purchase, sale, issue or cancellation of the Company''s own equity instruments.

3.22.3 Financial liabilities

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is either contingent consideration recognized by the Company as an acquirer in a business combination to which Ind AS 103 applies or is held for trading or it is designated as at FVTPL.

A financial liability is classified as held for trading if:

- it has been incurred principally for the purpose of repurchasing it in the near term, or

- on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking, or

- It is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument.

A financial liability other than a financial liability held for trading or contingent consideration recognized by the Company as an acquirer in a business combination to which Ind AS 103 applies, may be designated as at FVTPL upon initial recognition if:

- such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would otherwise arise,

- the financial liability forms part of group of financial assets or financial liabilities or both, which is managed and its performance is evaluated on a fair value basis, in accordance with the Company''s documented risk management or investment strategy, and information about the grouping is provided internally on that basis, or

- It forms part of a contract containing one or more embedded derivatives, and Ind AS 109 permits the entire combined contract to be designated as at FVTPL in accordance with Ind AS 109.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL are stated at fair value, with any gains or losses arising on remeasurement recognized in profit or loss. The net gain or loss recognized in profit or loss incorporates any interest paid on the financial liability and is included in the ''Other income'' line item.

However, for non-held-for-trading financial liabilities that are designated as at FVTPL, the amount of change in the fair value of the financial liability that is attributable to changes in the credit risk of that liability is recognized in other comprehensive income, unless the recognition of the effects of changes in the liability''s credit risk in other comprehensive income would create or enlarge an accounting mismatch in profit or loss, in which case these effects of changes in credit risk are recognized in profit or loss. The remaining amount of change in the fair value of liability is always recognized in profit or loss. Changes in fair value attributable to a financial liability''s credit risk that are recognized in other comprehensive income are reflected immediately in retained earnings and are not subsequently reclassified to profit or loss.

Gains or losses on financial guarantee contracts and loan commitments issued by the Company that are designated by the Company as at fair value through profit or loss are recognized in profit or loss.

Financial liabilities subsequently measured at amortized cost

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortized cost of a financial liability and of allocating interest expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the financial liability, or (where appropriate) a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

Financial guarantee contracts

Financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company are initially measured at their fair values and, if not designated as at FVTPL, are subsequently measured at the higher of:

- the amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with impairment requirements of Ind AS 109;

- the amount initially recognized less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognized in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 18.

Foreign exchange gains and losses

Derecognition of financial liabilities

3.23 Derivative financial instruments

Derivatives are initially recognized at fair value at the date the derivative contracts are entered into and are subsequently premeasured to their fair value at the end of each reporting period. The resulting gain or loss is recognized in profit or loss immediately unless the derivative is designated and effective as a hedging instrument, in which event the timing of the recognition in profit or loss depends on the nature of the hedging relationship and the nature of the hedged item.

3.24 Critical accounting judgmentsâ and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In the application of the Company''s accounting policies the directors of the Company are required to make judgmentsâ, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods.

3.24.1 Critical judgmentsâ in applying accounting policies

The following are the critical judgmentsâ, apart from those involving estimations, that the directors have made in the process of applying the Company''s accounting policies and that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the financial statements.

Revenue recognition

In making their judgment, the management considered the detailed criteria for the recognition of revenue from the sale of goods set out in Ind AS 18 and, in particular, whether the Company had transferred to the buyer the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods.

3.24.2 Key sources of estimation uncertainty

The credit period on sales of goods varies with seasons and business segments/ markets and generally ranges between 30 to 180 days. No interest is recovered on trade receivables for payments received after the due date.

Before accepting any new customer, the Company has a credit evaluation system to assess the potential customer''s credit quality and define credit limits for the customer. Credit limits attributed to customers are reviewed on an annual basis.

The Company maintains an allowance for impairment of doubtful accounts based on financial condition of the customer, ageing of the customer receivable and overdoes, available collaterals and historical experience of collections from customers. Accordingly, the Company creates provision for past due receivables beyond 180 days ranging between 25%-100% after reckoning the underlying collaterals. Besides, based on the expected credit loss model the Company also provides upto 0.50% for receivables less than 180 days.

The concentration of risk with respect to trade receivables is reasonably low, as its customers are located in several jurisdictions representing large number of minor receivables operating in independent markets. No single customer constitutes more than 5% balance of the total trade receivables as of the Balance Sheet date.

The Company securitizes and surrenders control over the trade receivables, though it continues to act as an agent for the collection of receivables. The dealer finance facility provided by banks to the Company''s fertilizer dealers under this arrangement is Rs, Nil (2017: Rs, 55,958 lakhs).

In some of these transactions, the Company also provides credit enhancements to the transferee by way of agreeing to bear a portion of default losses. Because of the existence of credit enhancements in certain transactions, the Company continues to have the obligation to pay to the transferee, limited to the extent of credit enhancement, even if it does not collect the equivalent amounts from the original asset, and hence, such transfer or assignment does not meet the derecognition criteria resulting into the transfer not being recorded as sale. Consequently, the proceeds received from the transfer amounting Rs, Nil (2017: Rs,864 lakhs) are recorded as borrowings.

Unclaimed dividend accounts

If the dividend has not been claimed within 30 days from the date of its declaration, the Company is required to transfer the total amount of the dividend which remains unpaid or unclaimed, to a special account to be opened by the Company in a scheduled bank to be called "Unpaid Dividend Account". The unclaimed dividend lying in such account is required to be transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), administered by the Central Government after a period of seven years from the date of declaration.

Bonus debenture redemption and interest

If the proceeds on maturity of debentures and interest thereon has not been claimed within 30 days from the date of its declaration, the Company is required to transfer the total amount of the dividend which remains unpaid or unclaimed, to a special account to be opened by the Company in a scheduled bank to be called "Unpaid debenture account". The unclaimed amounts lying in such account is required to be transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), administered by the Central Government after a period of seven years from the date of declaration.

Escrow accounts

Represents indemnity amounts held back in accordance with the share purchase agreements in respect of acquisitions.

Margin money / deposit

Amounts in margin money/deposit accounts represents amounts deposited with certain government agencies.

16.3 Rights, preferences and restriction relating to each class of share capital:

Equity shares: The Company has one class of equity shares having a face value of Rs,1 each. Each shareholder is eligible for one vote per share held. The dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to the approval of the Shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting, except in the case of interim dividend.

Mar 31, 2017

1 General information

The address of its registered office and principal place of business are disclosed in the annual report. The Company is engaged in the business of farm inputs comprising of Fertilizer, crop protection, specialty nutrients and organic compost.

Our Executive Leadership Team comprises the following officers at the date of release of these financial statements:

- Sameer Goel - Managing Director

- G Veerabhadram - President - Crop Protection

- Amir Alvi - Executive Vice President & Head Manufacturing (Fertilizers)

- Arun Leslie George - Executive Vice President & Head - Business (SSP)

- B Prasannatha Rao - Executive Vice President & Head - HR

- Kalidas Pramanik - Executive Vice President - Marketing (Fertilizers & Organic)

- P Gopala Krishna - Executive Vice President - New Ventures

- P Varadarajan - Vice President - Legal and Company Secretary

- Ripu Daman Singh - Executive Vice President & Head - Retail

- S Govindarajan - Executive Vice President & Head - Commercial

- S Sankarasubramanian- Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

- Srikanthan S - COO - Crop Protection

The executive leadership team reviews the results of our operations and our financial position on consolidated, operating segment and business unit levels. Our operating segments are defined by the organization and reporting structure through which we operate our business. We categories our operating segments into Nutrient and other allied business and Crop Protection.

The Company has 15 manufacturing facilities located across India. The Company also operates a network of retail outlets across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. The Companyâs products are marketed all over the Country through an extensive network of dealers and its own retail centers. The crop protection products are exported to various countries.

2 Application of new and revised Ind AS

In March 2017, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) (Amendments) Rules, 2017, notifying amendments to Ind AS 7, ''Statement of cash flowsâ and Ind AS 102, ''Share-based paymentâ. The amendments are applicable to the Company from 1 April 2017.

Amendment to Ind AS 7

The amendment to Ind AS 7 requires the entities to provide disclosures that enable users of financial statements to evaluate changes in liabilities arising from financing activities, including both changes arising from cash flows and non-cash changes, suggesting inclusion of a reconciliation between the opening and closing balances in the balance sheet for liabilities arising from financing activities, to meet the disclosure requirement.

The Company is currently evaluating the requirements of the amendment and has not yet determined the impact on the financial statements.

Amendment to Ind AS 102

The amendment to Ind AS 102 provides specific guidance to measurement of cash-settled awards, modification of cash-settled awards and awards that include a net settlement feature in respect of withholding taxes.

It clarifies that the fair value of cash-settled awards is determined on a basis consistent with that used for equity-settled awards. Market-based performance conditions and non-vesting conditions are reflected in the ''fair valuesâ, but non-market performance conditions and service vesting conditions are reflected in the estimate of the number of awards expected to vest. Also, the amendment clarifies that if the terms and conditions of a cash-settled share-based payment transaction are modified with the result that it becomes an equity-settled share-based payment transaction, the transaction is accounted for as such from the date of the modification. Further, the amendment requires the awards that include a net settlement feature in respect of withholding taxes to be treated as equity-settled in its entirety. The cash payment to the tax authority is treated as if it was part of an equity settlement.

The Company has not issued any awards that are cash-settled or which have net settlement feature.

3 Significant accounting policies

3.1 Statement of compliance

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (âthe Actâ), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) (Amendment) Rules, 2016 and other relevant provisions of the Act, as applicable.

Up to the year ended 31 March 2016, the Company prepared its financial statements in accordance with the requirements of previous generally accepted accounting principles (âPrevious GAAPâ), which includes Accounting Standards (âASâ) notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, as applicable and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 / Companies Act, 1956, as applicable.

These are the Companyâs first Ind AS financial statements. The date of transition to Ind AS is 1 April 2015. Refer Note 48 for the details of reconciliations from Previous GAAP and the first-time adoption exemptions availed by the Company.

3.2 Basis of preparation and presentation

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services.

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique. In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. Fair value for measurement and/or disclosure purposes in these financial statements is determined on such a basis, except for share-based payment transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 102, leasing transactions that are within the scope of Ind AS 17, and measurements that have some similarities to fair value but are not fair value, such as net realizable value in Ind AS 2 or value in use in Ind AS 36.

- Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date;

- Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

- Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

The principal accounting policies are set out below:

3.3 Revenue recognition

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable.

a) Sale of goods is recognized net of returns and trade discounts, when the risk and rewards of ownership are transferred to the customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax/value added tax. Revenue is also recognized on sale of goods in case where the delivery is kept pending at the instance of the customer, the risk and rewards are transferred and customer takes title and accepts billing as per usual payment terms.

b) Subsidy is recognized on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of Fertilizers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

c) Income from services rendered is recognized based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties and when services are rendered.

d) Export benefits and other excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

3.4 Other income

a) Dividend income from investments is recognized in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

3.5 Leasing

The Company''s significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals under such agreements are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss as per the terms of the lease.

3.6 Insurance claims

3.7 Functional and presentation currency

Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (i.e. the âfunctional currencyâ). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee (''), the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company.

3.8 Foreign currencies

In preparing the financial statements of the Company, transactions in currencies other than the entityâs functional currency (foreign currencies) are recognized at the rates of exchange prevailing at the dates of the transactions. At the end of each reporting period, monetary items denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing at that date. Non-monetary items carried at fair value that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing at the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are not retranslated.

3.9 Borrowing costs

Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalization.

All other borrowing costs are recognized in profit or loss in the period in which they are incurred.

3.10 Employee benefits

3.10.1 Defined contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognized in the profit or loss each year when employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employeesâ salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

3.10.2 Defined benefit plans

The Companyâs Gratuity scheme for its employees is a defined benefit retirement benefit plan. Obligation under the gratuity scheme is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognized in the profit or loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out as at the end of the year.

Defined benefit costs are categorized as follows:

- service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and settlements);

- net interest expense or income; and

- remeasurement

The Company presents the first two components of defined benefit costs in profit or loss in the line item ''Employee benefits expenseâ. Curtailment gains and losses are accounted for as past service costs. Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate at the beginning of the period to the net defined benefit liability or asset.

Remeasurement, comprising actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the changes to the asset ceiling (if applicable) and the return on plan assets (excluding net interest), is reflected immediately in the balance sheet with a charge or credit recognized in other comprehensive income in the period in which they occur. Remeasurement recognized in other comprehensive income is reflected immediately in retained earnings and is not reclassified to profit or loss.

3.10.3 Short-term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognized as an expense as per Companyâs schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

3.10.4 Other long-term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefit comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

3.11 Share-based payment arrangements

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees and others providing similar services are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognized in profit or loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.

3.12 Earnings per share

The Company presents basic and diluted earnings per share (âEPSâ) data for its equity shares. Basic EPS is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is determined by adjusting the profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

3.13 Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

- Current tax

- Deferred tax

- Current and deferred tax for the year

3.14 Property, plant and equipment

The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate accounted for on a prospective basis. Assets costing '' 5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year. Land is not depreciated.

3.15 Intangible assets

3.16 Impairment of tangible and intangible assets

3.17 Inventories

The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

1. Stores and spares and packing materials - Weighted average cost.

2. Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

4. Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost

3.18 Exceptional item

Significant gains/losses or expenses incurred arising from external events that is not expected to recur are disclosed as ''Exceptional itemâ.

3.19 Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

3.20 Financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

3.21 Financial assets

All recognized financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets

3.21.1 Classification of financial assets

- the asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets in order to collect contractual cash flows; and

- the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

- the asset is held within a business model whose objective is achieved both by collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and

- the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

Interest income is recognized in profit or loss for FVTOCI debt instruments. For the purposes of recognizing foreign exchange gains and losses, FVTOCI debt instruments are treated as financial assets measured at amortized cost. Thus, the exchange differences on the amortized cost are recognized in profit or loss and other changes in the fair value of FVTOCI financial assets are recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated under the heading of ''Reserve for debt instruments through other comprehensive incomeâ. When the investment is disposed of, the cumulative gain or loss previously accumulated in this reserve is reclassified to profit or loss.

All other financial assets are subsequently measured at fair value.

3.21.2 Effective interest method

3.21.3 Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates

On initial recognition, these investments are recognized at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction cost. Subsequently, they are measured at cost.

3.21.4 Investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI

On initial recognition, the Company can make an irrevocable election (on an instrument-by-instrument basis) to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income pertaining to investments in equity instruments. This election is not permitted if the equity investment is held for trading. These elected investments are initially measured at fair value plus transaction costs. Subsequently, they are measured at fair value with gains and losses arising from changes in fair value recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the ''Reserve for equity instruments through other comprehensive incomeâ. The cumulative gain or loss is not reclassified to profit or loss on disposal of the investments.

A financial asset is held for trading if:

- it has been acquired principally for the purpose of selling it in the near term; or

- on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

- it is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument or a financial guarantee.

Dividends on these investments in equity instruments are recognized in profit or loss when the Companyâs right to receive the dividends is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the entity, the dividend does not represent a recovery of part of cost of the investment and the amount of dividend can be measured reliably. Dividends recognized in profit or loss are included in the ''Other incomeâ line item.

3.21.5 Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

Financial assets at FVTPL are measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period, with any gains or losses arising on remeasurement recognized in profit or loss. The net gain or loss recognized in profit or loss incorporates any dividend or interest earned on the financial asset and is included in the ''Other incomeâ line item. Dividend on financial assets at FVTPL is recognized when the Companyâs right to receive the dividends is established, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the entity, the dividend does not represent a recovery of part of cost of the investment and the amount of dividend can be measured reliably.

3.21.6 Impairment of financial assets

3.21.7 Derecognition of financial assets

The Company derecognises a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or when it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another party. If the Company neither transfers nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership and continues to control the transferred asset, the Company recognizes its retained interest in the asset and an associated liability for amounts it may have to pay. If the Company retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of a transferred financial asset, the Company continues to recognize the financial asset and also recognizes a collateralized borrowing for the proceeds received.

On derecognition of a financial asset in its entirety, the difference between the assetâs carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received and receivable and the cumulative gain or loss that had been recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity is recognized in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognized in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset.

On derecognition of a financial asset other than in its entirety, the Company allocates the previous carrying amount of the financial asset between the part it continues to recognize under continuing involvement, and the part it no longer recognizes on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts on the date of the transfer. The difference between the carrying amount allocated to the part that is no longer recognized and the sum of the consideration received for the part no longer recognized and any cumulative gain or loss allocated to it that had been recognized in other comprehensive income is recognized in profit or loss if such gain or loss would have otherwise been recognized in profit or loss on disposal of that financial asset.

A cumulative gain or loss that had been recognized in other comprehensive income is allocated between the part that continues to be recognized and the part that is no longer recognized on the basis of the relative fair values of those parts.

3.21.8 Foreign exchange gains and losses

The fair value of financial assets denominated in a foreign currency is determined in that foreign currency and translated at the spot rate at the end of each reporting period.

- Changes in the carrying amount of investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI relating to changes in foreign currency rates are recognized in other comprehensive income.

3.22 Financial liabilities and equity instruments

3.22.1 Classification as debt or equity

3.222 Equity instruments

An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recognized at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.

3.22.3 Financial liabilities

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

However, financial liabilities that arise when a transfer of a financial asset does not qualify for derecognition or when the continuing involvement approach applies, financial guarantee

contracts issued by the Company, and commitments issued by the Company to provide a loan at below-market interest rate are measured in accordance with the specific accounting policies set out below.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

A financial liability is classified as held for trading if:

- it has been incurred principally for the purpose of repurchasing it in the near term; or

- on initial recognition it is part of a portfolio of identified financial instruments that the Company manages together and has a recent actual pattern of short-term profit-taking; or

- it is a derivative that is not designated and effective as a hedging instrument.

- such designation eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would otherwise arise;

- it forms part of a contract containing one or more embedded derivatives, and Ind AS 109 permits the entire combined contract to be designated as at FVTPL in accordance with Ind AS 109.

However, for non-held-for-trading financial liabilities that are designated as at FVTPL, the amount of change in the fair value of the financial liability that is attributable to changes in the credit risk of that liability is recognized in other comprehensive income, unless the recognition of the effects of changes in the liabilityâs credit risk in other comprehensive income would create or enlarge an accounting mismatch in profit or loss, in which case these effects of changes in credit risk are recognized in profit or loss. The remaining amount of change in the fair value of liability is always recognized in profit or loss. Changes in fair value attributable to a financial liabilityâs credit risk that are recognized in other comprehensive income are reflected immediately in retained earnings and are not subsequently reclassified to profit or loss.

Financial liabilities subsequently measured at amortized cost

Financial guarantee contracts

Financial guarantee contracts issued by the Company are initially measured at their fair values and, if not designated as at FVTPL, are subsequently measured at the higher of:

- the amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with impairment requirements of Ind AS 109;

- the amount initially recognized less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognized in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 18.

Foreign exchange gains and losses

Derecognition of financial liabilities

The Company derecognizes financial liabilities when, and only when, the Companyâs obligations are discharged, cancelled or have expired. An exchange between with a lender of debt instruments with substantially different terms is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. Similarly, a substantial modification of the terms of an existing financial liability (whether or not attributable to the financial difficulty of the debtor) is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognized and the consideration paid and payable is recognized in profit or loss.

3.23 Derivative financial instruments

3.24 Critical accounting judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In the application of the Company''s accounting policies the directors of the Company are required to make judgments, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

3.24.1 Critical judgments in applying accounting policies

The following are the critical judgments, apart from those involving estimations, that the directors have made in the process of applying the Company''s accounting policies and that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the financial statements.

Revenue recognition

3.24.2 Key sources of estimation uncertainty

The following are the key assumptions concerning the future, and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the end of the reporting period that may have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amount of the assets and liabilities within the next financial year.

Items requiring significant estimate Assumption and estimation uncertainty

Useful lives of property, plant and The Company reviews the estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment at the end of each equipment reporting period. During the current year, there has been no change in life considered for the assets.

Fair value measurements and valuation Some of the Companyâs assets and liabilities are measured at fair value for financial reporting purposes. processes The valuation committee which is headed by the Chief Financial Officer of the Company determines the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs for fair value measurements.

In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company uses market-observable data to the extent it is available. Where Level 1 inputs are not available, the Company engages third party qualified valuers to perform the valuation. Finance team works closely with the qualified external valuers to establish the appropriate valuation techniques and inputs to the model. The Chief Financial Officer reports the valuation committeeâs findings to the board of directors of the Company annually to explain the cause of fluctuations in the fair value of the assets and liabilities.

Revenue recognition The Company provides customer incentives, such as rebates, based on quantity purchased, timing of collections etc. Various estimates are made to recognize the impact of rebates and other incentives on revenue. These estimates are made based on historical and forecasted data, contractual terms and current conditions.

Subsidy income Subsidy income is recognized on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of Fertilizers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

Provision for doubtful receivables The Company makes provision for doubtful receivables based on a provision matrix which takes into account historical credit loss experience and adjusted for current estimates.

Estimation of net realizable value of Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. In estimating the net realizable value of inventories inventories the Company makes an estimate of future selling prices and costs necessary to make the sale.

Provision for employee benefits The Company uses actuarial assumptions to determine the obligations for employee benefits at each reporting period. These assumptions include the discount rate, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, rate of increase in compensation levels and mortality rates.

Provision for taxes Significant judgments are required in determining the provision for income taxes, including the amount expected to be paid/ recovered for uncertain tax positions.

Before accepting any new customer, the Company has a credit evaluation system to assess the potential customerâs credit quality and define credit limits for the customer. Credit limits attributed to customers are reviewed on an annual basis.

The Company maintains an allowance for impairment of doubtful accounts based on financial condition of the customer, ageing of the customer receivable and over dues, available collaterals and historical experience of collections from customers. Accordingly, the Company creates provision for past due receivables beyond 180 days ranging between 25%-100% after reckoning the underlying collaterals. Besides, based on the expected credit loss model the Company also provides up to 0.50% for receivables less than 180 days.

Securitization of financial assets

The Company securitizes and surrenders control over the trade receivables, though it continues to act as an agent for the collection of receivables. The dealer finance facility provided by banks to the Companyâs Fertilizer dealers under this arrangement is Rs,55,958 lakhs (2016: 1,05,780 lakhs; 2015: Rs,68,853 lakhs).

In some of these transactions, the Company also provides credit enhancements to the transferee by way of agreeing to bear a portion of default losses. Because of the existence of credit enhancements in certain transactions, the Company continues to have the obligation to pay to the transferee, limited to the extent of credit enhancement, even if it does not collect the equivalent amounts from the original asset, and hence, such transfer or assignment does not meet the derecognition criteria resulting into the transfer not being recorded as sale. Consequently, the proceeds received from the transfer amounting Rs,864 lakhs (2016: Rs,4,538 lakhs; 2015: Rs,Nil) are recorded as borrowings.

Unclaimed dividend accounts

If the dividend has not been claimed within 30 days from the date of its declaration, the Company is required to transfer the total amount of the dividend which remains unpaid or unclaimed, to a special account to be opened by the Company in a scheduled bank to be called âUnpaid Dividend Accountâ. The unclaimed dividend lying in such account is required to be transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), administered by the Central Government after a period of seven years from the date of declaration.

Bonus debenture redemption and interest

If the proceeds on maturity of debentures and interest thereon has not been claimed within 30 days from the date of its declaration, the Company is required to transfer the total amount of the debenture which remains unpaid or unclaimed, to a special account to be opened by the Company in a scheduled bank to be called âUnpaid debenture accountâ. The unclaimed amounts lying in such account is required to be transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), administered by the Central Government after a period of seven years from the date of declaration.

Escrow accounts

Represents indemnity amounts held back in accordance with the share purchase agreements in respect of acquisitions.

Margin money / deposit

Amounts in margin money/deposit accounts represents amounts deposited with certain government agencies.

*less than a lakh

16.3 Rights, preferences and restriction relating to each class of share capital:

Equity shares: The Company has one class of equity shares having a face value of Rs,1 each . Each shareholder is eligible for one vote per share held. The dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to the approval of the Shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting, except in the case of interim dividend.

16.4 As at 31 March 2017, E.I.D.-Parry (India) Limited (Parent Company) held 17,71,55,580 (2016: 17,71,55,580, 2015: 17,71,55,580) equity shares of Rs,1 each fully paid-up representing 60.74% (2016: 60.81%, 2015: 60.83%) of the paid up capital. ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited held 1,47,30,079 (2016: 1,51,32,363, 2015: 1,26,12,330) equity shares of Rs,1 each fully paid-up representing 5.05% (2016: 5.19%, 2015: 4.33%). There are no other shareholders holding more than 5 % of the issued capital.

16.5 Share options granted under the Company''s employee share option plan

As at 31 March 2017, shares reserved for issue under the ''ESOP 2007'' scheme is 87,94,148 (2016: 91,42,810, 2015: 92,12,918) equity shares of Rs,1 each and under the Rs,ESOP 2016Rs, scheme is 1,45,81,000 (2016: Nil; 2015: Nil) equity shares of Rs,1 each.

Share options granted under the Company''s employee share option plan carry no rights to dividends and no voting rights. Further details of the employee share option plan are provided below in Note 33.

16.6 Details of bonus shares issued, shares issued for consideration other than cash during the period of five years immediately preceding the reporting date

During the year ended 31 March 2015:

(a) 25,74,193 equity shares of ''1 each fully paid-up were allotted to shareholders of ertwhile Liberty Phosphate Limited (LPL) in the proportion of 7 equity shares of ''1 each of the Company for every 8 equity shares of ''10 each held in the LPL pursuant to the Scheme of Amalgamation between LPL and the Company.

(b) 53,09,210 equity shares of Rs,1 each fully paid-up were allotted to shareholders of ertwhile Sabero Organics Gujarat Limited (Sabero) in the proportion of 5 equity shares of Rs,1 each of the Company for every 8 equity shares of Rs,10 each held in Sabero pursuant to the Scheme of Amalgamation between Sabero and the Company.

Cumulative redeemable preference shares: The Company has a class of cumulative redeemable preference shares having face value of 10 each with such rights, privileges and conditions respectively attached thereto as may be from time to time confirmed by the regulations of the company. Pursuant to the Scheme of Amalgamation, the cumulative redeemable preference shares carry cumulative dividend of 8% per annum in relation to capital paid upon them and are on original terms and conditions in which they were issued by erstwhile Liberty Phosphate Limited, the amalgamating company.

No such cumulative redeemable preference shares are issued and outstanding as of 31 March 2017 (2016: Nil; 2015: Nil).

18.1 Summary of borrowing arrangements

i) There are no outstanding long-term borrowings as of 31 March 2017. In respect of earlier years:

a) the term loans from banks primarily comprise of External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) secured by paripassu charge on fixed assets of Visakhapatnam and Kakinada plants. These ECBs carried interest rates with spread ranging 155 bps to 215 bps over 3 months LIBOR and were repaid during the year. Certain ECBs amounting to Rs,728 lakhs taken over from erstwhile Sabero Organics Gujarat Limited (Sabero) are secured by way of first pari passu charge on the entire fixed assets and second pari passu charge on the entire current assets of Sarigam and Dahej plants of the Company. These ECB carried interest rates with spread of 300 bps over 6 months LIBOR and were repaid in 2016.

b) Foreign currency term loan (FCTL) and rupee term loan from a financial institution amounting Rs,Nil (2016: Rs,584 lakhs; 2015: Rs,1,334 lakhs) (including current maturities) which are

Mar 31, 2015

I. Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of going concern, under the historic cost convention on accrual basis, to comply in all material aspects with applicable generally accepted accounting principles in india ("indian GAAP"), the Accounting Standards ("AS") specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the 2013 Act")/ Companies Act, 1956 ("the 1956 Act"), as applicable.

ii. Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of financial statements, the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reported period and disclosure of contingent liabilities. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognised prospectively in the current and future periods.

iii. Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are shown at cost or valuation, net of accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises of the purchase price, attributable expenditure incurred in bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use and cost of borrowings till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

iv. Depreciation and amortisation

Depreciation is provided on the straight-line method as per the useful life prescribed in Schedule ii to the 2013 Act except in respect of following categories of assets in whose case the life of certain assets has been assessed as under based on technical advice taking into account the nature of the asset, the estimated usage of the asset, the operating condition of the asset, past history of replacement, maintenance support etc.

Plant and equipment 5 - 18

Vehicles 5 - 7

Office equipment, furniture and fixtures 3 - 5

The useful lives of assets are periodically reviewed and re-determined and the unamortised depreciable amount is charged over the remaining useful life of such assets.

Assets costing Rs.5,000 and below are depreciated over a period of one year.

Leasehold land is amortised on a straight line basis over the lease period.

intangible assets are amortised on the straight-line method. Technical know-how is amortised over their estimated useful lives ranging from 5-10 years and product registration is amortised over the period of the registration subject to a maximum of 10 years.

v. Intangible assets

intangible assets are carried at cost, net of accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost of an intangible asset comprises of purchase price and attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use.

vi. Impairment

The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset/cash generating unit may be impaired. if any indication exists the Company estimates the recoverable amount of such assets and if carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount impairment is recognised. The recoverable amount is the higher of the net selling price and its value in use. in assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using an appropriate discount factor. When there is indication that previously recognised impairment loss no longer exists or may have decreased such reversal of impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

vii. Foreign currency transactions and derivative contracts

Transactions made during the year in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities relating to foreign currency transactions remaining unsettled at the year-end are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of Balance Sheet. Exchange differences arising on actual payment/realisation and year end reinstatement referred to above are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

in respect of forward contracts entered into to hedge risks associated with foreign currency fluctuation on its existing assets and liabilities, the premium or discount at the inception of the contract is amortised as income or expense over the period of the contract. Currency options/other swap contracts outstanding as at the Balance Sheet date are marked to market and the net loss is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss. Any profit or loss arising on cancellation of such contracts is recognised as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year.

viii. Hedge accounting

The Company uses foreign currency forward contracts and other derivative instruments to hedge its risks associated with foreign currency fluctuations relating to highly probable forecast transactions and designates such derivative instruments in a cash flow hedging relationship by applying the hedge accounting principles set out in "Accounting Standard 30 Financial instruments: Recognition and Measurement" issued by the institute of Chartered Accountants of india. These derivative instruments are stated at fair value at each reporting date. Changes in the fair value of these instruments that are designated and effective as hedges of future cash flows are recognised directly in "Hedging reserve account" under Reserves and surplus, net of applicable deferred income taxes and the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Amounts accumulated in the Hedging reserve account are reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the same periods during which the forecasted transaction affects profit and loss.

Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, exercised or no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. For forecasted transactions, any cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognised in Hedging reserve account is retained until the forecasted transaction occurs. if the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the net cumulative gain or loss recognised in the Hedging reserve account is immediately transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

ix. Investments

investments, which are readily realisable and are intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long-term investments.

Long-term investments are valued at cost less provision for diminution other than temporary, in the value of such investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and fair value.

x. Inventories

Stores and spares, packing materials are valued at or below cost. Raw materials and other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

a) Stores and spares and packing materials - Weighted average cost.

b) Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

c) Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads. Excise duty is included in the value of finished goods.

d) Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost

xi. Trade receivables and loans and advances

Specific debts and advances identified as irrecoverable or doubtful are written off or provided for respectively. Subsidy receivable is disclosed under "short-term loans and advances".

xii. Revenue recognition

a) Sale of goods is recognised net of returns and trade discounts, when the risk and rewards of ownership are transferred to the customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax/value added tax.

b) Subsidy is recognised on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of india in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

c) income from services rendered is recognised based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties and when services are rendered.

d) Export benefits under DEPB license and excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

xiii. Other income

a) Dividend income from investments is accounted for in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

b) interest income is recognised on a time proportionate method, based on the transactional interest rates.

xiv. Employee benefits

a) Defined contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life insurance Corporation of india) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss each year.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employees'' salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year in accordance with AS 15 ''Employee Benefits''.

b) Defined benefit plans

Gratuity for certain employees is covered under a Scheme of Life insurance Corporation of india (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions for Superannuation and Gratuity (for employees not covered under the LiC Scheme) to Trusts, which are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The Company''s liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation as at the end of the year.

Actuarial gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they occur.

c) other long term employee benefits

Other long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

d) Short term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Company''s schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

xv. Borrowing costs

All borrowing costs are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss except those that are attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset.

xvi. Leases

The Company''s significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals under such agreements are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as per the terms of the lease.

xvii. Insurance claims

insurance claims are accounted for on the basis of claims admitted/ expected to be admitted and to the extent that the amount recoverable can be measured reliably and it is reasonable to expect ultimate collection.

xviii. Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognised only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liabilities disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

xix. Taxes on income

a) Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the applicable tax rates and the provisions of the income Tax Act, 1961.

b) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives future economic benefits in the form of adjustment to future income tax liability, is considered as an asset, if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax. Accordingly, MAT is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet when it is probable that future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company.

c) Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in subsequent periods, subject to consideration of prudence. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted as at the reporting date.

xx. Earnings per share

The earnings considered for ascertaining the Company''s Earnings per Share (EPS) comprises the profit after tax. The number of shares used in computing Basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The number of shares used in computing diluted EPS comprises the weighted average shares considered for deriving basic EPS and also the weighted average number of equity shares that would be issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. in case of dilutive options, the difference between the number of shares issuable and the number of shares that would be issued at fair value are treated as diluted potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date.

xxi. Employee stock option

Stock options granted to the employees under the stock option scheme established are evaluated as per the accounting treatment prescribed by the Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme Guidelines, 1999 issued by Securities and Exchange Board of india ("SEBi") and the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee Share - based Payments, issued by the institute of Chartered Accountants of india. The Company follows the intrinsic value method of accounting for the options and accordingly, the excess of market value of the stock options as on date of grant over the exercise price of the options, if any, is recognised as deferred employee compensation and is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on graded vesting basis over the vesting period of the options. The unamortized portion of the deferred employee compensation, if any, is shown under Reserves and Surplus.

Mar 31, 2014

I. Basis of accounting and preparation of fi nancial statements

The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of going concern, under the historic cost convention on accrual basis, to comply in all material aspects with applicable generally accepted accounting principles in India ("Indian GAAP"), the Accounting Standards ("AS") notifi ed under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 ("the 1956 Act") (which continue to be applicable in respect of Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the 2013 Act") in terms of General Circular 15/2013 dated 13 September 2013 of Ministry of Corporate Affairs) and the relevant provisions of the 1956 Act/ 2013 Act, as applicable.

ii. Use of estimates

The preparation of the fi nancial statements requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of fi nancial statements, the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reported period and disclosure of contingent liabilities. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of fi nancial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognised prospectively in the current and future periods.

iii. Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are shown at cost or valuation, net of accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises of the purchase price, attributable expenditure incurred in bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use and cost of borrowings till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

iv. Depreciation and amortisation

Depreciation is provided on the straight-line method as per the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the 1956 Act except in the following cases where the estimated useful lives of assets are lower than those prescribed in the said Schedule XIV:

The useful lives of assets are periodically reviewed and re-determined and the unamortised depreciable amount is charged over the remaining useful life of such assets.

Leasehold land is amortised on a straight line basis over the lease period.

Intangible asset comprises of technical know-how which is amortised on the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives ranging from 5-10 years.

v. Intangible assets

Intangible assets are carried at cost, net of accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost of an intangible asset comprises of purchase price and attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use.

vi. Impairment

The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset/cash generating unit may be impaired. If any indication exists the Company estimates the recoverable amount of such assets and if carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount impairment is recognised. The recoverable amount is the higher of the net selling price and its value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash fl ows are discounted to their present value using an appropriate discount factor. When there is indication that previously recognised impairment loss no longer exists or may have decreased such reversal of impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss.

vii. Foreign currency transactions and derivative contracts

Transactions made during the year in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities relating to foreign currency transactions remaining unsettled at the year-end are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of Balance Sheet. Exchange differences arising on actual payment/realisation and year end reinstatement referred to above are recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss.

In respect of forward contracts entered into to hedge risks associated with foreign currency fl uctuation on its existing assets and liabilities, the premium or discount at the inception of the contract is amortised as income or expense over the period of the contract. Currency options/other swap contracts outstanding as at the Balance Sheet date are marked to market and the net loss is charged to the Statement of Profi t and Loss. Any profi t or loss arising on cancellation of such contracts is recognised as income or expense in the Statement of Profi t and Loss of the year.

viii. Hedge accounting

The Company uses foreign currency forward contracts and other derivative instruments to hedge its risks associated with foreign currency fl uctuations relating to highly probable forecast transactions and designates such derivative instruments in a cash fl ow hedging relationship by applying the hedge accounting principles set out in "Accounting Standard 30 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement" issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. These derivative instruments are stated at fair value at each reporting date. Changes in the fair value of these instruments that are designated and effective as hedges of future cash fl ows are recognised directly in "Hedging reserve account" under Reserves and surplus, net of applicable deferred income taxes and the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profi t and Loss. Amounts accumulated in the Hedging reserve account are reclassifi ed to the Statement of Profi t and Loss in the same periods during which the forecasted transaction affects profi t and loss.

Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, exercised or no longer qualifi es for hedge accounting. For forecasted transactions, any cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognised in Hedging reserve account is retained until the forecasted transaction occurs. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the net cumulative gain or loss recognised in the Hedging reserve account is immediately transferred to the Statement of Profi t and Loss.

The Company has adopted the aforesaid hedge accounting principles with effect from 1 April 2013.

ix. Investments

Investments, which are readily realisable and are intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classifi ed as current investments. All other investments are classifi ed as long-term investments.

Long-term investments are valued at cost less provision for diminution other than temporary, in the value of such investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and fair value.

x. Inventories

Stores and spares, packing materials are valued at or below cost. Raw materials and other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

a) Stores and spares and packing materials Â Weighted average cost.

b) Raw material Â First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

c) Finished goods and Work-in-process Â Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads. Excise duty is included in the value of fi nished goods.

d) Stock-in-trade Â Weighted average cost

xi. Trade receivables and loans and advances

Specific debts and advances identifi ed as irrecoverable or doubtful are written off or provided for respectively. Subsidy receivable is disclosed under "short-term loans and advances".

xii. Revenue recognition

a) Sale of goods is recognised net of returns and trade discounts, when the risk and rewards of ownership are transferred to the customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax/ value added tax.

b) Subsidy is recognised on the basis of the rates notifi ed from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notifi cation has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

c) Dividend income from investments is accounted for in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

d) Income from services rendered is recognised based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties and when services are rendered.

e) Export benefi ts under DEPB license and excise benefi ts are accounted for on accrual basis.

f) Interest income is recognised on a time proportionate method, based on the transactional interest rates.

xiii. Employee benefi ts

a) Defi ned contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defi ned contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss each year.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specifi ed percentage of the employees'' salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notifi ed interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year in accordance with AS 15 ''Employee Benefi ts''.

b) Defined benefit plans

Gratuity for certain employees is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions for Superannuation and Gratuity (for employees not covered under the LIC Scheme) to Trusts, which are recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss. The Company''s liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation as at the end of the year.

Actuarial gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss in the period in which they occur.

c) Other long term employee benefits

Other long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

d) Short term employee benefits

Short term employee benefi ts including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Company''s schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

xiv. Borrowing costs

All borrowing costs are charged to the Statement of Profi t and Loss except those that are attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset.

xv. Leases

The Company''s signifi cant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals under such agreements are recognised in the Statement of Profi t and Loss as per the terms of the lease.

xvi. Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognised only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liabilities disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confi rmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outfl ow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the fi nancial statements.

xvii. Taxes on income

a) Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

b) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives future economic benefi ts in the form of adjustment to future income tax liability, is considered as an asset, if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax. Accordingly, MAT is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet when it is probable that future economic benefi t associated with it will fl ow to the Company.

c) Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in subsequent periods, subject to consideration of prudence.

xviii. Earnings per share

The earnings considered for ascertaining the Company''s Earnings per Share (EPS) comprises the profi t after tax. The number of shares used in computing Basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The number of shares used in computing diluted EPS comprises the weighted average shares considered for deriving basic EPS and also the weighted average number of equity shares that would be issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. In case of dilutive options, the difference between the number of shares issuable and the number of shares that would be issued at fair value are treated as diluted potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date.

xix. Employee stock option

Stock options granted to the employees under the stock option scheme established are evaluated as per the accounting treatment prescribed by the Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme Guidelines, 1999 issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") and the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee Share - based Payments, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Company follows the intrinsic value method of accounting for the options and accordingly, the excess of market value of the stock options as on date of grant over the exercise price of the options, if any, is recognised as deferred employee compensation and is charged to the Statement of Profi t and Loss on graded vesting basis over the vesting period of the options. The unamortized portion of the deferred employee compensation, if any, is shown under Reserves and Surplus.

Mar 31, 2013

I. Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of going concern, under the historic cost convention on accrual basis, to comply in all material aspects with applicable generally accepted accounting principles in India ("Indian GAAP"), the Accounting Standards ("AS") notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 ("the Act") and the relevant provisions of the Act.

ii. Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of financial statements, the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reported period and disclosure of contingent liabilities. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognised prospectively in the current and future periods.

iii. Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are shown at cost or valuation, net of accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises of the purchase price, attributable expenditure incurred in bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use and cost of borrowings till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

iv. Depreciation and amortisation

Depreciation is provided on the straight-line method as per the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Act except in the following cases where the estimated useful lives of assets are lower than those prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Act:

The useful lives of assets are periodically reviewed and re-determined and the unamortised depreciable amount is charged over the remaining useful life of such assets.

Leasehold land is amortised on a straight line basis over the lease period.

Intangible asset comprises of technical know-how which is amortised on the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives ranging from 5-10 years.

v. Intangible assets

Intangible assets are carried at cost, net of accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost of an intangible asset comprises of purchase price and attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use.

vi. Impairment

The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset/cash generating unit may be impaired. If any indication exists the Company estimates the recoverable amount of such assets and if carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount impairment is recognised. The recoverable amount is the higher of the net selling price and its value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using an appropriate discount factor. When there is indication that previously recognised impairment loss no longer exists or may have decreased such reversal of impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

vii. Foreign currency transactions

Transactions made during the year in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities relating to foreign currency transactions remaining unsettled at the year-end are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of Balance Sheet. Exchange differences arising on actual payment/realisation and year end reinstatement referred to above are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of forward contracts entered into to hedge risks associated with foreign currency fluctuation on its existing assets and liabilities, the premium or discount at the inception of the contract is amortised as income or expense over the period of the contract. Currency options/other swap contracts outstanding as at the Balance Sheet date are marked to market and the net loss is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss. Any profit or loss arising on cancellation of such contracts is recognised as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year.

viii. Investments

Investments, which are readily realisable and are intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long-term investments.

Long-term investments are valued at cost less provision for diminution other than temporary, in the value of such investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and fair value.

ix. Inventories

Stores and spares, packing materials are valued at or below cost. Raw materials and other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

a) Stores and spares - Weighted average cost.

b) Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

c) Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads. Excise duty is included in the value of finished goods.

d) Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost

x. Trade receivables and loans and advances

Specific debts and advances identified as irrecoverable or doubtful are written off or provided for respectively. Subsidy receivable is disclosed under "short-term loans and advances".

xi. Fertiliser Companies'' Government of India Special Bonds

Fertiliser Companies'' Government of India Special Bonds issued by Government of India in lieu of subsidy dues are intended to be kept for short term and valued at lower of cost and market value and are shown as ''Other current assets''.

xii. Revenue recognition

a) Sale of goods is recognised when the risk and rewards of ownership are transferred to the customers. Sales include amounts recovered towads excise duty and exclude sales tax/value added tax.

b) Subsidy is recognised on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

c) Dividend income from investments is accounted for in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

d) Income from services rendered is recognised based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties.

e) Export benefits under DEPB license and excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

f) Interest income is recognised on a time proportionate method, based on the transactional interest rates.

xiii. Employee benefits

a) Defined contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss each year.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employees'' salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year in accordance with AS 15 ''Employee Benefits''.

b) Defined benefit plans

Gratuity for certain employees is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions for Superannuation and Gratuity (for employees not covered under the LIC Scheme) to Trusts, which are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The Company''s liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation as at the end of the year.

c) Other long term employee benefits

Other long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

d) Short term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Company''s schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

xiv. Borrowing costs

All borrowing costs are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss except those that are attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset.

xv. Leases

The Company''s significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals paid under such agreements are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

xvi. Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognised only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liabilities disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

xvii. Taxes on income

a) Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

b) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives future economic benefits in the form of adjustment to future income tax liability, is considered as an asset, if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax. Accordingly, MAT is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet when it is probable that future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company.

c) Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in subsequent periods, subject to consideration of prudence.

xviii. Earnings per share

The earnings considered for ascertaining the Company''s Earnings per Share (EPS) comprises the profit after tax. The number of shares used in computing Basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The number of shares used in computing diluted EPS comprises the weighted average shares considered for deriving basic EPS, and also the weighted average number of equity shares that would be issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. In case of dilutive options, the difference between the number of shares issuable and the number of shares that would be issued at fair value are treated as diluted potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date.

xix. Employee stock option

Stock options granted to the employees under the stock option scheme established are evaluated as per the accounting treatment prescribed by the Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme Guidelines, 1999 issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI")and the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee Share - based Payments, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Company follows the intrinsic value method of accounting for the options and accordingly, the excess of market value of the stock options as on date of grant over the exercise price of the options, if any, is recognised as deferred employee compensation and is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on graded vesting basis over the vesting period of the options. The unamortized portion of the deferred employee compensation, if any, is shown under Reserves and Surplus.

Mar 31, 2012

I. Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of going concern, under the historic cost convention on accrual basis, to comply in all material aspects with applicable generally accepted accounting principles in India ("Indian GAAP"), the Accounting Standards ("AS") notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 ("the Act") and the relevant provisions of the Act.

ii. Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of financial statements, the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reported period and disclosure of contingent liabilities. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognised prospectively in the current and future periods.

iii. Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are shown at cost or valuation, net of accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises of the purchase price, attributable expenditure incurred in bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use and cost of borrowings till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

v. Intangible assets

Intangible assets are carried at cost, net of accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost of an intangible asset comprises of purchase price, attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use.

vi. Impairment

The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset/ cash generating unit may be impaired. If any indication exists the Company estimates the recoverable amount of such assets and if carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount impairment is recognised. The recoverable amount is the higher of the net selling price and its value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using an appropriate discount factor. When there is indication that previously recognised impairment loss no longer exists or may have decreased such reversal of impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

vii. Foreign currency transactions

Transactions made during the year in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities relating to foreign currency transactions remaining unsettled at the year-end are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of Balance Sheet. Exchange differences arising on actual payment/ realisation and year end reinstatement referred to above are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of forward contracts entered into to hedge risks associated with foreign currency fluctuation on its existing assets and liabilities, the premium or discount at the inception of the contract is amortised as income or expense over the period of the contract. Currency options/other swap contracts outstanding as at the Balance Sheet date are marked to market and the net loss is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss. Any profit or loss arising on cancellation of such contracts is recognised as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year.

viii. Investments

Investments, which are readily realisable and are intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long-term investments.

Long-term investments are valued at cost less provision for diminution other than temporary, in the value of such investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and fair value.

ix. Inventories

Stores and spares, packing materials are valued at or below cost. Raw materials and other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

a) Stores and spares - Weighted average cost.

b) Raw material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

c) Finished goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads. Excise duty is included in the value of finished goods.

d) Stock-in-trade - Weighted average cost

x. Trade receivables and loans and advances

Specific debts and advances identified as irrecoverable or doubtful are written off or provided for respectively. Subsidy receivable is disclosed under "short-term loans and advances".

xi. Fertiliser Companies' Government of India Special Bonds

Fertiliser Companies' Government of India Special Bonds issued by Government of India in lieu of subsidy dues are intended to be kept for short term and are valued at lower of cost and market value and are shown as 'Other current assets'.

xii. Revenue recognition

a) Sale of goods is recognised at the point of despatch to customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax and value added tax.

b) Subsidy is recognised on the basis of the rates notified from time to time by the Government of India in accordance with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) policy on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

c) Dividend income from investments is accounted for in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

d) Income from services rendered is recognised based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties.

e) Export benefits under DEPB license and excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis.

f) Interest income is recognised on a time proportionate method, based on the transactional interest rates.

xiii. Employee benefits

a) Defined contribution plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss each year.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employees' salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year in accordance with AS 15 'Employee Benefits'.

b) Defined benefit plans

Gratuity for certain employees is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions for Superannuation and Gratuity (for employees not covered under the LIC Scheme) to Trusts, which are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The Company's liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation as at the end of the year.

c) Other long term employee benefits

Other long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out as at the end of the year.

d) Short term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Company's schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

xiv. Borrowing costs

All borrowing costs are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss except those that are attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset.

xv. Leases

The Company's significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals paid under such agreements are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

xvi. Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognised only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liabilities disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

xvii. Taxes on income

a) Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

b) Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in subsequent periods, subject to consideration of prudence.

xviii. Earnings per share

The earnings considered for ascertaining the Company's Earnings per Share (EPS) comprises the profit after tax. The number of shares used in computing Basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The number of shares used in computing diluted EPS comprises the weighted average shares considered for deriving basic EPS, and also the weighted average number of equity shares that would be issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. In case of dilutive options, the difference between the number of shares issuable and the number of shares that would be issued at fair value are treated as diluted potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date.

xix. Employee stock option

Stock options granted to the employees under the stock option scheme established are evaluated as per the accounting treatment prescribed by the Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme Guidelines, 1999 issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI"). The Company follows the intrinsic value method of accounting for the options and accordingly, the excess of market value of the stock options as on date of grant over the exercise price of the options, if any, is recognised as deferred employee compensation and is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on graded vesting basis over the vesting period of the options. The unamortized portion of the deferred employee compensation, if any, is shown under Reserves and Surplus.

Mar 31, 2011

Basis of preparation of accounts

The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of going concern, under the historic cost convention, to comply in all material aspects with applicable accounting principles in India, the Accounting Standards notified under Sec 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 ("the Act") and the relevant provisions of the Act.

Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are shown at cost or valuation less depreciation. Cost comprises of the purchase price and other attributable expenses including cost of borrowings till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

Depreciation on Fixed assets

Depreciation is provided on the straight-line method. Depreciation on all assets (except certain Plant and Machinery, Vehicles and Computers and related equipment) has been provided over the useful life of the assets as determined by the management or derived from the rates prescribed in Schedule - XIV to the Companies Act 1956, whichever is higher. The useful life of such assets is periodically reviewed and re-determined and the unamortised depreciable amount is charged over the remaining useful life of such assets. Leasehold land is being amortised over the lease period.

Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions made during the year in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities relating to foreign currency transactions remaining unsettled at the year-end are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of Balance Sheet. Exchange differences arising on actual payment/ realisation and year end reinstatement referred to above are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account.

In respect of forward contracts entered into to hedge risks associated with foreign currency fluctuation, the premium or discount at the inception of the contract is amortised as income or expense over the period of the contract. Currency options/other swap contracts outstanding as at the Balance Sheet date are marked to market and the resultant gain/loss is recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. Any profit or loss arising on cancellation of such contracts is recognized as income or expense in the Profit and Loss Account of the year.

Investments

Long term investments are valued at cost. The diminution in the market value of such investments is not recognised unless it is considered permanent in nature. Current investments are valued at cost or market value, whichever is lower.

Inventories

Raw Materials and Stores and spares are valued at or below cost. Other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

a) Stores and Spares - Weighted Average Cost.

b) Raw Material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

c) Finished Goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads.

d) Goods purchased for resale - Weighted average cost

Sundry Debtors and Loans & Advances

Specific debts and advances identified as irrecoverable and doubtful are written off or provided for respectively. Subsidy receivable is disclosed under "Loans and Advances".

Fertiliser Companies Government of India Special Bonds

Fertiliser Companies Government of India Special Bonds issued by Government of India in lieu of subsidy dues are intended to be kept for short term and are valued at lower of Cost and Market value and are shown as Other Current Assets.

Revenue Recognition

a) Sale of goods is recognized at the point of despatch to customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax.

b) Dividend income from investments is accounted for in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

c) Subsidy is recognized on the basis of the concession schemes announced by the Government of India from time to time on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company at the final rates notified by the Government for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on estimates.

d) Income from services rendered is recognised based on the agreements/arrangements with the concerned parties.

e) Export benefits under DEPB license and excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis. Employee Benefits

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account each year.

The Company makes contributions to two Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employees salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with the revised Accounting Standard 15 (revised 2005) on Employee Benefits notified under Sec. 211 (3C) of the Act (revised AS 15) as at the end of the year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for certain employees is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS 15 as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions for Superannuation and Gratuity (for employees not covered under the LIC Scheme) to Trusts, which are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. The Companys liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised AS 15 as at the end of the year.

c) Other long term employee benefits

Other long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS 15 as at the end of the year.

d) Short term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Companys schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

Leases

The Companys significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals paid under such agreements are charged to the Profit and Loss Account.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in the current and future periods.

Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liabilities disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

Taxes on Income

a) Provision for current tax is made for the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year under Income Tax Act, 1961.

b) Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in subsequent periods, subject to consideration of prudence.

Earnings per Share

The earnings considered for ascertaining the Companys Earnings Per Share comprises the net profit after tax. The number of shares used in computing Basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The number of shares used in computing diluted EPS comprises the weighted average shares considered for deriving basic EPS, and also the weighted average number of equity shares that would be issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. In case of dilutive options, the difference between the number of shares issuable and the number of shares that would be issued at fair value are treated as diluted potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date.

Employee Stock Option Scheme

Stock options granted to the employees under the stock option scheme established are evaluated as per the accounting treatment prescribed by the Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme Guidelines, 1999 issued by Securities Exchange Board of India. The Company follows the intrinsic value method of accounting for the options and accordingly, the excess of market value of the stock options as on date of grant over the exercise price of the options, if any, is recognized as deferred employee compensation and is charged to the Profit and Loss Account on graded vesting basis over the vesting period of the options. The unamortized portion of the deferred employee compensation if any, is shown under Reserves and Surplus.

II. Amalgamation of Pasura Bio-Tech Private Limited with the Company

a) Pursuant to the Scheme of Amalgamation (the Scheme) of the erstwhile Pasura Bio-Tech Private Limited (PBPL) with the Company, as approved by the Honble High Court of Judicature of Andhra Pradesh on February 21, 2011, the entire business and undertaking of PBPL including all assets, liabilities, duties and obligations have been transferred to and vested in the Company with effect from April 1, 2010.

b) PBPL is engaged in the business of manufacture and sale of Pesticides formulations.

c) The Amalgamation has been accounted for under the Pooling of interests method as prescribed by Accounting Standard 14, "Accounting for Amalgamations", notified under Sec 211(3C) of the Act.

d) In accordance with the Scheme, 8,18,475 Equity Shares of Rs.10/- each held by the Company in the equity share capital of PBPL stand cancelled. The difference of Rs.161.23 lakhs between assets, liabilities, statutory reserves of PBPL and the carrying value of investments being cancelled, has been adjusted against the General Reserve of the Company.

e) All assets, liabilities and licenses held in the name of erstwhile PBPL are in the process of being transferred in the name of the Company.

f) In view of the accounting for amalgamation with effect from April 1, 2010, the figures of the current year are not strictly comparable with those of the previous year.

III. Employee Stock Option Plan - ESOP 2007

a) Pursuant to the decision of the shareholders, at their meeting held on July 24, 2007, the Company has established an Employee Stock Option Scheme 2007 (ESOP 2007 or the Scheme) to be administered by the Remuneration and Nomination Committee of the Board of Directors.

b) Under the Scheme, options not exceeding 12,785,976 (equivalent to 63,92,988 equity shares of Rs.2/- each) have been reserved to be issued to the eligible employees, with each option conferring a right upon the employee to apply for one equity share. The options granted under the Scheme would vest not less than one year and not more than five years from the date of grant of the options. The options granted to the employees would be capable of being exercised within a period of three years from the date of vesting.

c) The exercise price of the option is equal to the latest available closing market price of the shares on the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume as on the date prior to the date of the Remuneration and Nomination Committee resolution approving the grant.

d) Pursuant to the above mentioned scheme, the Company has granted options in earlier years which vest over a period of four years commencing from the respective dates of grant. The exercise price being equal to the closing market price prevailing on the date prior to the date of grant, there is no deferred compensation cost to be amortised in this regard.

f) The above outstanding options have been granted in various tranches, at exercise price being equal to the closing market price prevailing on the date prior to the date of grant.

g) In accordance with the requirements of SEBI (Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme) Guidelines, 1999 and the Guidance Note on "Accounting for Employee Share Based Payments" issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, had the compensation cost for the employee stock option plan been recognized based on the fair value at the date of grant in accordance with the Black Scholes model, the proforma amounts of the Companys Net Profit and Earnings Per Share

Mar 31, 2010

Basis of preparation of accounts

The financial statements have been prepared on the basis of going concern, under the historic cost convention, to comply in all material aspects with applicable accounting principles in India, the Accounting Standards notified under Section 21 1 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 ("the Act") and the relevant provisions of the Act.

Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are shown at cost or valuation less depreciation. Cost comprises of the purchase price and other attributable expenses including cost of borrowings till the date of capitalisation in the case of assets involving material investment and substantial lead time.

Depreciation on Fixed assets

Depreciation is provided on the straight-line method. Depreciation on all assets (except certain Plant and Machinery, Vehicles and Computers and related equipment) has been provided over the useful life of the assets as determined by the management or derived from the rates prescribed in Schedule - XIV to the Companies Act 1 956, whichever is higher. The useful life of such assets is periodically reviewed and re-determined and the unam.ortised depreciable amount is charged over the remaining useful life of such assets. Leasehold land is being amortised over the lease period.

Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions made during the year in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities relating to foreign currency transactions remaining unsettled at the yearrend are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of Balance Sheet. Exchange differences arising on actual payment/realisation and year end reinstatement referred to above are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account.

In respect of forward contracts entered into to hedge risks associated with foreign currency fluctuation, the premium or discount at the inception of the contract is amortised as income or expense over the period of the contract. Currency options/other swap contracts outstanding as at the Balance Sheet date are marked to market and the resultant gain/loss is recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. Any profit or loss arising on cancellation of such contracts is recognized as income or expense in the Profit and Loss Account of the year.

Investments

Long term investments are valued at cost. The diminution in the market value of such investments is not recognised unless it is considered permanent in nature. Current investments are valued at cost or market value, whichever is lower.

Inventories

Raw Materials and Stores and spares are valued at or below cost. Other inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. The method of determination of cost of various categories of inventories is as follows:

a) Stores and Spares - Weighted Average Cost.

b) Raw Material - First-in-First-out basis. Cost includes purchase cost and other attributable expenses.

c) Finished Goods and Work-in-process - Weighted average cost of production which comprises of direct material costs, direct wages and applicable overheads.

d) Goods purchased for resale - Weighted Average Cost

Sundry Debtors and Loans & Advances

Specific debts and advances identified as irrecoverable and doubtful are written off or provided for respectively. Subsidy receivable is disclosed under "Loans and Advances".

Fertiliser Companies Government of India Special Bonds

Fertiliser Companies Government of India Special Bonds issued by Government of India in lieu of subsidy dues are intended to be kept for short term and are valued at lower of Cost and Market value and are shown as Other Current Assets.

Revenue Recognition

a) Sale of goods is recognized at the point of despatch to customers. Sales include amounts recovered towards excise duty and exclude sales tax.

b) Dividend income from investments is accounted for in the year in which the right to receive the payment is established.

c) Subsidy is recognized on the basis of the concession schemes announced by the Government of India from time to time on the quantity of fertilisers sold by the Company at the final rates notified by the Government for the period for which notification has been issued and for the remaining period, based on management estimates.

d) Export benefits under DEPB license and excise benefits are accounted for on accrual basis. Employee Benefits

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plans comprising of Superannuation (under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India) and Provident Funds for certain employees covered under the respective Schemes are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account each year.

The Company makes contributions to three Provident Fund Trusts for certain employees, at a specified percentage of the employees salary. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of trust and the notified interest rates. Liability on account of such shortfall, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with the revised Accounting Standard 15 (revised 2005) on Employee Benefits notified under Sec 21 1 (3C) of the Act (revised AS 1 5) as at the end of the year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for certain employees is covered under a Scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS 1 5 as at the end of the year.

The Company makes contributions for Superannuation and Gratuity (for employees not covered under the LIC Scheme) to Trusts, which are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. The Companys liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised AS 1 5 as at the end of the year.

c) Other long term employee benefits

Other long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS 1 5 as at the end of the year.

d) Short term employee benefits

Short term employee benefits including accumulated compensated absences as at the Balance Sheet date are recognised as an expense as per Companys schemes based on expected obligation on an undiscounted basis.

Leases

The Companys significant leasing arrangements are in respect of operating leases for premises that are cancelable in nature. The lease rentals paid under such agreements are charged to the Profit and Loss Account.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in the current and future periods.

Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reasonable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liabilities disclosed for (i) possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

Taxes on Income

a) Provision for current tax is made for the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the year under Income Tax Act, 1961.

b) Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in subsequent periods, subject to consideration of prudence.

Earnings per Share

The earnings considered for ascertaining the Companys Earnings Per Share comprises the net profit after tax. The number of shares used in computing Basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The number of shares used in computing diluted EPS comprises the weighted average shares considered for deriving basic EPS, and also the weighted average number of equity shares that would be issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. In case of dilutive options, the difference between the number of shares issuable and the number of shares that would be issued at fair value are treated as dilutive potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date.

Employee Stock Option Scheme

Stock options granted to the employees under the stock option scheme established are evaluated as per the accounting treatment prescribed by the Employee Stock Option Scheme and Employee Stock Purchase Scheme Guidelines, 1999 issued by Securities Exchange Board of India. The Company follows the intrinsic value method of accounting for the options and accordingly, the excess of market value of the stock options as on date of grant over the exercise price of the options, if any, is recognized as deferred employee compensation and is charged to the Profit and Loss Account on graded vesting basis over the vesting period of the options. The unamortized portion of the deferred employee compensation if any, is shown under Reserves and Surplus.

I. Employee Stock Option Plan - ESOP 2007

a) Pursuant to the decision of the shareholders, at their meeting held on July 24, 2007, the Company has established an Employee Stock Option Scheme 2007 (ESOP 2007 or the Scheme) to be administered by the Remuneration and Nomination Committee of the Board of Directors.

b) Under the Scheme, options not exceeding 6,392,988 have been reserved to be issued to the eligible employees, with each option conferring a right upon the employee to apply for one equity share. The options granted under the Scheme would vest not less than one year and not more than five years from the date of grant of the options. The options granted to the employees would be capable of being exercised within a period of three years from the date of vesting.

c) The exercise price of the option is equal to the latest available closing market price of the shares on the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume as on the date prior to the date of the Remuneration and Nomination Committee resolution approving the grant.

d) Pursuant to the above mentioned scheme, the Company has granted options in earlier years which vest over a period of four years commencing from the respective dates of grant. The exercise price being equal to the closing market price prevailing on the date prior to the date of grant, there is no deferred compensation cost to be amortised in this regard.

a) The term loans from banks and others are secured by an exclusive first charge on the specific assets.

b) The working capital facilities from banks are secured by a hypothecation of stock of raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, stores and spare parts and book debts of the Company. These are further secured by a second charge on the movable fixed assets of the Company. Working capital borrowings include a loan amounting to Rs. 30,000 Lakhs (2009: Rs. Nil) which is secured by way of a lien marked on 37,500,000, 6.2% Fertiliser Companies Government of India Special Bonds 2022 of Rs. 100 each held by the Company (Refer Schedule 10).

IX. Contingent Liabilities

a) Guarantees :

(i) The Company has provided guarantee to third parties on behalf of its subsidiary CFL Mauritius Limited - Rs.5,963.76 Lakhs (2009 : Rs. 6,697.68 Lakhs.)

(ii) The Company has provided a guarantee towards the borrowing of Tunisian Indian Fertilisers S.A., Tunisia (TIFERT), a joint venture Company, up to Rs. 23,380.65 Lakhs (2009 : Rs. 26,257.95 Lakhs).

c) Land: Liability for additional compensation payable in respect of land purchased from M/s. Nagarjuna Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited has not been provided for, pending court orders and determination of the amount payable.

The amounts shown in the item (a) represent guarantees given in the normal course of business and not expected to result in any loss to the Company on the basis of the beneficiaries fulfilling their obligations. The amounts in items (b) and (c) represent best estimates and the uncertainties are dependent on the outcome of the legal processes initiated by the Company or the claimant as the case may be.

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