The government today approved the procurement of potatoes in Uttar Pradesh, alongside Chana procurement operations in Andhra Pradesh, and also extended Tur (pigeon pea) procurement time frame in Karnataka.

 

Approved by Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, these procurements guarantee that farmers receive fair and remunerative prices for their hard-earned produce. They effectively shield producers from the hardships of distress sales in volatile markets and contribute to overall stability and predictability in the agricultural marketplace, fostering a more secure environment for cultivation and trade.

 

Speaking about it, Mr Chouhan reaffirmed that the Government is steadfastly committed to protecting and advancing the interests of every farmer across the nation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He elaborated that a core objective of the administration is to ensure that no farmer is compelled to offload their crops at undervalued rates due to market pressures or any unforeseen circumstances.

 

He further highlighted the ministry’s proactive approach, emphasising continuous and close coordination with state governments to deliver prompt, empathetic, and highly effective interventions tailored to farmers’ needs.