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Karnataka to procure green gram, sunflower with MSP

The Ministry of Agriculture in its communication to Karnataka Government, said that a total 22,215 tonnes of green gram will be purchased with a minimum support price of ₹8,682 per tonne.

News Arena Network - Bengaluru - UPDATED: August 26, 2024, 02:57 PM - 2 min read

Karnataka to procure green gram, sunflower with MSP

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The Centre has approved the purchase of green gram and sunflower in Karnataka at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the 2024-25 Kharif marketing season. It is being presented as a significant move to support farmers.

The MSP for both green gram and sunflower stands at ₹8,682 per tonne.

The state has been authorised to buy 13,210 tonnes of sunflower at the MSP.

It has been learnt that this development has come after a request made by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

The step underscores the government’s focus on aiding farmers by ensuring they receive a fair price for their produce.

This intervention is being considered as a welcome move, especially for Karnataka’s farmers. It will go a long way in assuring them a stable income for their crops amidst fluctuating market prices.