Farmers forced to sell paddy below MSP in Kendrapada
Kendrapada farmers are selling paddy for as low as Rs 2,400/quintal, far below the Rs 3,100 govt price, due to delayed procurement starting Jan 9. Read about the crisis.
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US Cotton Imports Soar After India Scraps 11% Duty
India's cotton imports from the US skyrocketed after the 11% duty was removed, causing domestic prices to fall. CCI's low procurement adds to farmer distress. Full analysis inside.
Cachar mandates paddy sale only at govt centres, enforces MSP
Cachar administration enforces strict paddy procurement rules. Farmers must sell exclusively at notified centres at Minimum Support Price. Inter-district transport restricted. Read details.
Maize MSP Fails: Farmers Skip Distant Dharwad Centre
Karnataka's maize MSP scheme falters as farmers refuse to transport crop to distant Dharwad. State govt procures 7 lakh tonnes, but logistics undermine support price. Read the full report.
Govt to announce sugar policy in January to prevent glut
The Indian government is set to announce measures in January to prevent a domestic sugar surplus and ensure timely payments to farmers. Key demands include a sugar MSP hike to ₹41/kg and increased ethanol blending.
Sugar Industry Seeks MSP Revision, Higher Ethanol Prices
India's sugar industry urges govt to raise MSP and ethanol prices to manage surplus stock, ensure mill liquidity, and boost the ethanol blending program. Key demands revealed.
ISMA Seeks Higher Sugar MSP to Safeguard Farmers
The Indian Sugar Mills Association urges the government to raise the minimum selling price of sugar to ₹40/kg, citing rising production costs and stagnant MSP. This move is crucial for the financial stability of millions of sugarcane farmers.
Sugar Industry Seeks Over ₹10 MSP Increase
ISMA urges government to raise sugar MSP by over ₹10/kg to ₹42/kg, citing rising production costs. This move aims to ensure mill viability and farmer payments.
Sugar Production Jumps 28%, Maharashtra Leads Growth
India's sugar production surges 28% to 78.25 lakh tonnes in 2025-26 season. Maharashtra, UP, Karnataka lead output. Industry calls for MSP revision as prices lag costs. Read the full analysis.
Joshi Assures No Paddy Procurement Shortage, Urges Storage Boost
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi assured Rajya Sabha of sufficient paddy procurement. He urged states to enhance storage for rising wheat and paddy stocks. Read the full report.
Yogi Orders Surprise Paddy Centre Checks in Shahjahanpur
UP CM Yogi Adityanath orders surprise inspections of paddy procurement centres in Shahjahanpur after a farmer's complaint during Janata Darshan. Action promised against irregularities.
100 Chellanam Homes Flooded After Sluice Bund Opened
Around 100 houses in Chellanam's Maruvakkad padashekaram flooded after fish farmers opened a sluice bund, releasing saltwater. Crops destroyed, residents allege authorities ignored warnings. Read the full report.
Chhattisgarh Congress Boycotts House Over Paddy Mismanagement
Chhattisgarh Congress boycotts assembly, alleging severe paddy procurement mismanagement by BJP govt, causing farmer distress. Details on registration woes and pending land records inside.
High Moisture Hits Andhra Paddy, Farmers Face Price Cuts
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
Karnataka Raises Maize Procurement Cap to 50 Quintals
Karnataka government increases maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer to ensure better price support. Learn how this move impacts farmers and the state's agricultural policy.
Karnataka Increases Maize Procurement Cap to 50 Quintals
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
Bihar Sugarcane Farmers Protest for Higher MSP in Bagaha
Sugarcane farmers in West Champaran's Bagaha protest, demanding MSP hike to Rs 500/quintal. They cite rising input costs and price disparity with UP. Read their full demands and planned agitation.
Farmers' Protest in Jalandhar Disrupts Train Services
Farmers' protest in Jalandhar halts train services for hours despite heavy police deployment. Key demands include MSP guarantee and debt waiver. Read the full story.
Raichur APMC Sees 50,000 Quintals Paddy Daily Influx
Raichur APMC, Karnataka's largest, is overwhelmed by 50,000 quintals of paddy daily from Andhra & Telangana, forcing intermittent procurement. Read why farmers are flocking here.
BJP Raitha Morcha Leads Vijayapura Tractor Rally for Farmers
Farmers in Vijayapura staged a massive tractor rally under BJP Raitha Morcha, protesting state govt's neglect on MSP, compensation & crop insurance. Read their key demands.
Punjab Rice Milling Hit by Floods & New FRK Testing Rules
Punjab's rice millers, grappling with flood-damaged paddy, now face delays due to new fortified rice kernel pretesting. The state seeks a 25 LMT non-fortified rice quota to avoid extension requests. Read more.
Study: Delhi's severe smog tripled after groundwater policy
A new study reveals Delhi's severe smog hours tripled after Punjab & Haryana's 2009 groundwater policy. Learn the link between paddy cultivation and toxic air.
Prayagraj Paddy Procurement Hits 27,096 MT, 161 Centres Open
Prayagraj's paddy procurement sees major boost with 161 centres & faster MSP payments. Over 4,400 farmers already paid Rs 4,701 lakh. Read about the new OTP-based system.
Karnataka Congress Leader Seeks MSP Status for Rubber
Congress leader Dinesh Gundu Rao writes to Union Minister Piyush Goyal, urging to declare rubber as an agricultural product and fix a Minimum Support Price to aid struggling farmers in Dakshina Kannada. Read the full story.
Punjab Groundwater Extraction Hits Alarming 156%
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
61% Punjab Cotton Bought Below MSP, Prices Hit Rs 3,000
A staggering 61% of Punjab's cotton crop sold below MSP this season, with prices as low as Rs 3,000/quintal. Arrivals fell sharply, and new digital rules caused procurement hurdles. Read the full analysis.
BJP Farmers' Wing Rallies in Dharwad Against State Govt
BJP Raitha Morcha members staged a protest rally in Dharwad, accusing the state government of denying MSP and halting welfare schemes. Key leaders joined the demonstration.
Crop Damage Survey Starts in TN Delta Post-Cyclone Ditwah
Officials assess cyclone-hit samba & thaladi crops across 4 Tamil Nadu districts. Farmers with >33% damage to get ₹20,000/hectare relief. Survey via mobile app aims for swift aid.
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Punjab Rail Roko Protest Announced for December 5
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha calls for a statewide rail roko in Punjab on Dec 5, demanding MSP law and debt waiver. Commuters advised to plan travel accordingly.
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