With the monsoon season approaching, Mandya Deputy Commissioner Kumara has instructed officials to guarantee the timely distribution of high-quality seeds and fertilisers to farmers across the district. During a review meeting on seeds and fertiliser supply for the 2026-27 monsoon season, he emphasised the need for reliable agricultural inputs without any delay.
Quality Checks and Action Against Violators
Kumara directed officials to personally verify the quality of seeds before distribution and warned against the sale of substandard seeds and fertilisers. He called for strict action against traders found violating quality norms, stressing that farmers should not suffer losses due to poor-quality inputs during the crucial sowing period.
Transparency in Fertiliser Distribution
To ensure transparency, the Deputy Commissioner ordered all fertiliser outlets to display stock availability and price lists prominently. Fertiliser inspectors have been instructed to conduct regular inspections and field visits to monitor supplies and prevent artificial shortages or hoarding.
Highlighting sustainable farming practices, Kumara urged officials to promote the use of green manure as an eco-friendly alternative to excessive chemical fertilisers. He also directed departments to ensure the timely availability of pesticides, seeds, and other essential agricultural materials.
FRUITS ID Mandatory for Subsidies
During the meeting, officials discussed the mandatory use of the Farmer Registration and Unified Beneficiary Information System (FRUITS ID) for purchasing fertilisers and availing government schemes. Farmers have been advised to visit nearby Raitha Samparka Kendras to obtain a new FID or link their land survey numbers with existing IDs.
Officials noted that the FRUITS ID is essential for receiving PM-Kisan benefits, drought relief assistance, and government subsidies. Kumara instructed agricultural officers to launch awareness campaigns on FRUITS registration and the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, ensuring farmers enrol for crop insurance within prescribed deadlines.
