Rural Incomes Plunge as Food Prices Collapse Below MSP in Kharif Season
Report reveals sharp decline in farm earnings as Kharif crop prices fall below MSP due to excess rain, imports, and weak government support.
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Report reveals sharp decline in farm earnings as Kharif crop prices fall below MSP due to excess rain, imports, and weak government support.
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