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MP Farmers Cheer as Wheat Procurement Begins with Bonus at Rs 2,625/quintal

Wheat procurement at the Minimum Support Price has commenced in Madhya Pradesh, with the state government adding a Rs 40 bonus to the central rate, bringing the total to Rs 2,625 per quintal. Farmers arriving at the Udaram Aswani Warehouse in Bhopal expressed satisfaction with the pricing, which they report is significantly higher than recent mandi prices. They also praised the improved arrangements at the procurement centre, including proper weighing, stacking, and waiting facilities with shade and water. Warehouse operators note a steady influx of farmers and a system that prioritizes slots for small landholders.

Key Points: Wheat Procurement Begins in MP with Bonus, Farmers Satisfied

  • Procurement at Rs 2,625/quintal
  • Rs 40 state bonus over central MSP
  • Farmers report better rates than mandi
  • Improved weighing and waiting facilities noted
  • Priority given to small farmers
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MP: Farmers express satisfaction over price, arrangement as wheat procurement begins at MSP in Bhopal

Wheat procurement at MSP with Rs 40 bonus starts in Bhopal. Farmers praise improved arrangements and better pricing compared to mandi rates.

"We are completely satisfied with the arrangement and procurement facility here. - Farmer Ramswaroop Mewada"

Bhopal, April 10

Wheat procurement at the Minimum Support Price has commenced across Madhya Pradesh, including the state capital Bhopal, from April 9, with farmers expressing satisfaction over pricing and arrangements at procurement centres.

The state government is providing an additional bonus of Rs 40 on the MSP rate of the Government of India for wheat at Rs 2,585 per quintal, taking the total to Rs 2,625 per quintal. Procurement operations have started at the Udaram Aswani Warehouse situated in Kolukhedi, Bhopal with farmers from Kajlas and Bhauri arriving to sell their produce.

Farmers arriving at the centre expressed pleasure over the arrangement, procurement process and pricing at the centre.

A farmer from Barkheda, Ramswaroop Mewada, said, "I have brought 49.5 quintals of wheat to the procurement centre here. There is a fixed rate of the government Rs 2,625 per quintal (Rs 2585 and Rs 40 additional bonus) which is much better than that of mandi prices. Wheat is selling between Rs 2,200 and Rs 2,300 per quintal in Mandi a few days back. The arrangements here are good, with proper weighing and stacking facilities."

He further explained there were adequate arrangements for farmers waiting at the center as well such as tent shades and chairs for sitting along with fresh cool drinking water in clay pots.

"We are completely satisfied with the arrangement and procurement facility here," he added.

Another farmer from Bhauri said he brought around 40-45 quintals of wheat and appreciated the improved facilities at the procurement center.

"We are receiving a good rate for the crop. There is a better arrangement of weighing than that of previous years. It is beneficial for us, and we are satisfied. There is a slight delay in procurement but quite a good facility. Earlier, procurement was done at society level, but this time arrangements here are better," he said.

Manohar, a farmer from Bakania village, who brought around 50 quintals of wheat, also appreciated the arrangements at the procurement centre and described it as satisfactory.

Meanwhile, Warehouse operator Ravi Kumar Aswani said that following the directives of the state government, weighing of wheat began here and there was an arrangement of procuring wheat from two societies (Kajlas and Bhauri) here at Udaram Aswani Warehouse.

"As per arrangements, we have a storage capacity of around 10,000 metric tonnes. A small portion is occupied by rice, while the remaining space has been kept vacant for wheat. Since morning, farmers have been arriving continuously, and we expect nearly 200 trolleys to reach by evening," Aswani said.

He further informed that priority is being given to small farmers whose slots have been booked first, while slots for other farmers will be scheduled gradually.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to hear about the tent shades, chairs, and cool water in clay pots (matkas). These small gestures show respect for our annadata. The priority for small farmers is also a very good policy. More states should follow this model.
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Rohit P
While the report is positive, we must remain cautious. The article mentions a "slight delay." In previous years, delays have led to long queues and frustration. The government must ensure this doesn't become a widespread issue. The proof will be in sustained, efficient operations over the coming weeks.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows agricultural economics, the price difference is stark. Rs 2,625 vs. Rs 2,200-2,300 in the mandi. This MSP system is crucial for price stability and farmer income security. Efficient procurement is key to its success.
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Vikram M
Bahut accha! My uncle is a farmer in Sehore district. He was worried about prices this year. This news will give him and many others some peace of mind. The state bonus makes a real difference. Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan!
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Kavya N
Hope the weighing scales are accurate and transparent! That's often a major point of contention. Better weighing arrangements than previous years is a positive sign. Let's hope for timely payment as well – that's the final and most important step.

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