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The Central government has approved procurement of five crops at Minimum Support Price for Karnataka farmers impacted by heavy rains. This decision comes after Union Minister Pralhad Joshi's persistent advocacy for farmer relief. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan quickly responded to support the state's agricultural community. The move covers green gram, black gram, groundnut, soybean, and sunflower, totaling nearly 2.91 lakh metric tonnes of crop procurement.

Key Points: Modi Aids K'taka Farmers with 5-Crop MSP Navratri Relief

  • Centre approves MSP procurement for 5 key crops in Karnataka
  • Total approved procurement reaches 2.91 lakh metric tonnes across crops
  • Pralhad Joshi instrumental in securing relief for distressed farmers
  • PM Modi personally instructed immediate support measures
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'Navratri gift for K'taka farmers': Centre approves procurement of 5 crops at MSP

Centre approves procurement of green gram, black gram, groundnut, soybean, and sunflower at MSP to support Karnataka farmers after heavy rains

"The Centre has directed the state government to procure five crops at MSP - Pralhad Joshi's Office Statement"

New Delhi/Bengaluru, Sep 20

Coming to the aid of Karnataka's farmers distressed by excessive rains, the Central government has now, as a Navratri gift and in response to the request of Union Minister for Food and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi, approved the procurement of five crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP), a statement by Minister Joshi's office mentioned on Saturday.

"For the 2025-26 kharif season, the Centre has directed the state government to procure green gram (hesaru), black gram (uddina), groundnut (shenga), soybean, and sunflower at MSP. In this regard, the Union Agriculture Minister has personally written to Pralhad Joshi, informing him of the decision," the statement said.

Farmers in Karnataka have been facing severe distress due to heavy rains this kharif season. To support them, Pralhad Joshi had written letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, urging procurement of green gram, black gram, groundnut, soybean, and sunflower at MSP.

Responding positively to Joshi's appeal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had instructed immediate relief measures for Karnataka farmers. Following this, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan gave swift approval and directed that these crops be procured at MSP for the benefit of farmers.

Under the MSP scheme for 2025-26, the Central government has approved procurement from Karnataka of 38,000 metric tonnes of green gram, 60,810 MT of black gram, 15,650 MT of sunflower, 61,148 MT of groundnut, and 1,15,000 MT of soybean, stated Union Minister Pralhad Joshi.

The state government must ensure that this MSP relief extended by the Centre reaches Karnataka farmers without delay. Procurement centers should be opened immediately across all districts and the purchase process should commence, Joshi has stressed.

On behalf of the farmers of Karnataka, Minister Pralhad Joshi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for understanding the distress of the state's farmers and rushing to their aid.

- IANS

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Priya S
This is what governance should be about - timely intervention when farmers are in distress. Appreciate the central government's response. Navratri gift indeed! 🪔
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Vikram M
Good step but implementation is key. Hope the procurement centers are set up properly and payments reach farmers on time. Too often these announcements don't translate to actual benefits for farmers.
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Sarah B
As someone working in agricultural development, I appreciate that they've included pulses and oilseeds which are crucial crops for Karnataka. This will help maintain food security while supporting farmers.
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Ananya R
My uncle is a groundnut farmer in Haveri district. The rains ruined his entire crop. This MSP announcement gives him hope. Hope the system works efficiently and he gets compensated properly.
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Michael C
While this is positive, we need more permanent solutions for climate-resilient farming. Unpredictable weather patterns are becoming the new normal. Investment in better infrastructure and crop insurance is equally important.
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Karthik V
Good initiative! But why only 5 crops? Many farmers grow other crops that were also affected. The government should consider expanding the list to include more varieties that suffered due to excessive rains.

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