MILLET MAIZE ETHANOL #MaizeProcurement

In a major relief to maize growers across Andhra Pradesh, Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu has assured farmers that the government will begin timely procurement of maize to ensure they receive fair prices and are protected from market fluctuations.

Farmers have raised concerns over persistent technical issues occurring during the registration process for the ongoing maize procurement drive. According to the applicants, glitches in the system are preventing them from completing their registration, causing delays and uncertainty.

A total of 350 farmers have registered for the government’s Minimum Support Price (MSP) maize procurement process in Deola. Since early morning, farmers were seen standing in long queues at the registration center, hoping to secure their slot for selling maize under the support-price scheme.

This move is expected to benefit small and medium-scale farmers who often struggle to sell their produce at fair prices in the open market.

In a move aimed at supporting farmers and stabilizing maize prices, the Karnataka government has announced an increase in the maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer.

The state government, however, maintained that procurement arrangements are underway and assured farmers that necessary steps are being taken to resolve the issue at the earliest.

They have warned that continued inaction could lead to protests if farmers’ issues are not addressed promptly. Officials, however, have stated that steps are being taken to resolve the issue and streamline the procurement process. 🌾🗣️