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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that farmers can register for MSP procurement of Moong and Urad from June 19. The state government has coordinated with the Centre, including discussions with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, to ensure fair pricing. Initiatives like river-linking projects and agricultural fairs aim to modernize farming in MP. The government is also engaging with farmer groups to establish agro-based industries for better crop utilization.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav Announces MSP Registration for Moong Urad from June 19

  • MSP registration for Moong and Urad begins June 19 in MP
  • CM Yadav discussed procurement proposal with Union Agri Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan
  • State aims to boost irrigation and agro-industries for farmers
  • MSP set at Rs 8,682 for Moong and Rs 7,400 for Urad
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Registration for MSP procurement of Moong, Urad crops will begin from June 19 in MP, says CM Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh farmers can register for MSP procurement of Moong and Urad crops starting June 19 as CM Mohan Yadav collaborates with Centre.

"We are organising an agricultural fair, aiming at advanced agriculture in the state and to get advanced seeds and equipment. - CM Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal, June 14

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said that the state government is constantly working across all sectors for the betterment of the farmers and the egistration for procurement of Moong and Urad crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP) will begin from June 19 in the state.

CM Yadav emphasised that the state government sent a proposal to the Central Government for the procurement of summer moong and urad at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) and also discussed it with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

Speaking to ANI, CM Yadav said, "The Madhya Pradesh government is constantly working across all sectors for the betterment of farmers under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. That is why, we have started river linking projects to increase the irrigation area in the state. Along with this, we are organising an agricultural fair, aiming at advanced agriculture in the state and to get advanced seeds and advanced equipment."

"Additionally, the state government decided to send a proposal to the central government to provide fair prices for the procurement of summer Moong and Urad crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP). I have spoken to the Union Agriculture Minister in this regard as well. On the basis of it, the Madhya Pradesh government has declared that registration for the procurement of Moong and Urad crops will begin from June 19. I request all our farmers for procurement of their crops at the respective procurement centers," the CM added.

The state government is always known for its decisions farmers' interest and the government will be with farmers to make better and better arrangements for forthcoming crops, the Chief Minister said.

"We are also in constant discussion with the Bhartiya Kisan Sangh so that we set up all kinds of agro-based industries in the state. Such industries should be set up here in the future, so that we should use our crops in the interest of the country and the farmers should get reasonable prices for their produce. Let us all work side by side with the double engine government under the leadership of PM Modi for the betterment of the state," he added.

As per the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Government of India, MSP for Summer Moong is Rs 8,682 per quintal and MSP for Urad is Rs.7,400 per quintal.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse user comments from an Indian perspective:
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Rahul K.
This is a welcome move by MP govt! Farmers in our state have been struggling with fluctuating prices. MSP assurance for pulses will bring stability. Hope the registration process is made simple and accessible to small farmers too. 🙏
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Priya M.
Good initiative but implementation is key. Last year my uncle faced issues with delayed payments at procurement centers. Government should ensure timely payments and transparent weighing systems. The MSP rates seem fair though.
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Amit S.
As someone from MP's farming community, I appreciate the focus on pulses. Moong and urad are important crops for us. The river linking projects mentioned could be game-changers if executed properly. More water = better yields!
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Sunita P.
While MSP is good, we need more focus on organic farming methods. Chemical fertilizers are making our soil sick. Can the agricultural fair include sessions on sustainable farming? That would be truly progressive.
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Vikas R.
The MSP rates look decent but what about transportation costs? Many procurement centers are far from villages. Government should arrange for proper logistics support. Also, hope they don't reject crops for minor quality issues like last season.
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Neha T.
Setting up agro-based industries is the need of the hour! Farmers will benefit more if we process crops within MP instead of selling raw produce. Hope this isn't just election talk but actual long-term planning. Fingers crossed! 🤞

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