Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has approved procurement of pulses and oilseeds worth over ₹11,698 crore at Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the Rabi 2025–26 season in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka. The move is expected to ensure remunerative prices for lakhs of farmers and strengthen agricultural income.
Haryana: Approval for Gram and Mustard Procurement
In Haryana, the government has approved:
- 13,082 metric tonnes of gram (chana)
- 3,60,528 metric tonnes of mustard
The total approved quantity exceeds 3.73 lakh metric tonnes, with an MSP value of over ₹2,312.12 crore, providing significant financial support to farmers in the state.
Uttar Pradesh: Major Push for Chana, Masoor and Mustard
In Uttar Pradesh, the Centre has cleared procurement of around 14.31 lakh metric tonnes of key crops:
- Chana: 2,24,000 MT worth ₹1,316 crore
- Masoor (lentil): 6,77,000 MT worth ₹4,739 crore
- Mustard: 5,30,000 MT worth ₹3,286 crore
This large-scale procurement is expected to benefit a substantial number of farmers across the state.
Karnataka: Safflower Procurement Under PSS
In Karnataka, approval has been granted for:
- 6,923 metric tonnes of safflower (kusum)
- Total value: ₹45.27 crore
The procurement will be carried out under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), with farmers receiving the MSP rate of ₹65,400 per metric tonne.
Procurement Under Price Support Scheme (PSS)
All procurements will be conducted under PSS to ensure farmers are not forced to sell their produce at below-market prices. The government highlighted that:
- POS-based procurement systems are already in place
- Payments will be transparent and faster
Boost to Farmers’ Income and Food Security
The decision will ensure structured and scientific procurement of key crops such as chana, masoor, mustard, and safflower. It is expected to:
- Enhance farmers’ income
- Strengthen food and nutritional security
- Boost production of pulses and oilseeds
The move aligns with the government’s broader goal of empowering farmers and strengthening the agriculture sector under the leadership of Narendra Modi.
