Haryana Government Issues Notification to Buy 24 Crops at MSP

Key Highlights

• Haryana to buy 24 crops at MSP for farmer’s benefit.
• Notification ensures fair prices and market protection.
• Registration is required on the 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' portal.
• Includes wheat, paddy, pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane.
• Strengthens farmer support ahead of state elections.

In a major move for farmers, the Haryana government has issued a notification to purchase 24 crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP). This decision is seen as a step to protect farmers from fluctuating market prices and ensuring fair returns for their produce.

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Farmer’s Long Protest Leads to Action

Farmers in Punjab and Haryana have been protesting for months, demanding a guaranteed law on MSP. Despite several attempts to march to Delhi, their demands were often met with resistance from security forces. However, the Haryana government, led by Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini, has now taken a big step by announcing the purchase of 24 crops at MSP, offering relief to the farmer community.

Announcement Before State Elections

Before the upcoming Haryana assembly elections, Chief Minister Saini had promised to buy 24 crops at MSP. While no formal steps were taken earlier, the recent notification solidifies the government’s commitment. Previously, government agencies procured 14 crops at MSP. Now, with the addition of 10 more crops, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has ensured the inclusion of 24 crops in total.

Full List of 24 Crops Included in the Notification

The notification provides a detailed list of crops that will be procured at MSP. These crops are:

• Food grains: Wheat, paddy, barley, maize, millet
• Pulses: Gram, lentil, moong, urad, tur
• Oilseeds: Mustard, groundnut, sesame, soybean, safflower, nigerseed, sunflower
• Other crops: Cotton, jute, sugarcane, ragi, summer moong, copra (coconut), sorghum

Even though crops like ragi, soybean, nigerseed, and jute are not commonly grown in Haryana, they are included to align with central government policies.

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Farmers Must Register to Benefit from MSP

Farmers who wish to sell their crops at MSP must register on the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora’ portal. This ensures transparency and also enables the farmers to receive fair prices without exploitation from the middlemen.

Central Agencies Involved in MSP Procurement

The central government has designated agencies such as FCI (Food Corporation of India), CCI (Cotton Corporation of India), JCI (Jute Corporation of India), and NAFED (National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation) to procure crops. While some crops like maize and barley have market prices higher than MSP, their inclusion in the notification guarantees farmers a backup price if market rates fall.

Supporting Farmers and Boosting the Agricultural Economy

This move by the Haryana government demonstrates a strong commitment to farmers. It provides income stability, safeguards against unpredictable market rates, and strengthens the state’s agricultural economy. Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini's initiative comes as a positive step ahead of the elections, aiming to win the trust of the farming community.

By ensuring the purchase of these crops at MSP, the Haryana government is not just protecting farmers but also encouraging sustainable agricultural practices in the state.

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CMV360 Says

The Haryana government’s move to buy 24 crops at MSP ensures fair prices for farmers, protects them from market fluctuations, and strengthens the agricultural economy. By requiring registration on the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora’ portal, the government promotes transparency and trust, demonstrating its commitment to supporting farmers and boosting their livelihoods ahead of the state elections.