MILLET MAIZE ETHANOL #RuralEconomy

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.

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.

Farmer leaders are now demanding expanded procurement quotas and reconsideration of early-seller eligibility so that a larger share of the bumper crop can be protected from distress sales.

Many farmers who previously depended on onion cultivation are now moving away from it due to price volatility, rising input costs, and uncertainty in the market.

With the growing demand for affordable feed in India, imports could help stabilize prices and support livestock farmers. Government officials argue that the decision will improve feed availability and contribute to boosting milk and meat production in the country.