Karnataka State Co-operative Marketing Federation to buy green gram at ₹8,780 per quintal
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· MSP, procurement, PDS & food security· Prelims·
MSP and co-operative procurement: a GS3 case study on price stability and farmer welfare.
Why in news
The Karnataka State Co-operative Marketing Federation began procuring green gram at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ₹8,780 per quintal to support local farmers.
Background
Farmers are eligible to procure up to 20 quintals of green gram over a 90-day period.
Facts for Prelims
- FactGreen gram procurement price: ₹8,780 per quintal
- FactProcurement limit: Up to 20 quintals per farmer
- FactProcurement duration: 90-day period
- PlaceSanthemarahalli subdivision office, Chamarajanagara
Prelims practice question
What is the maximum limit of green gram a farmer can procure under the Karnataka State Co-operative Marketing Federation scheme?
- (a)100 quintals
- (b)50 quintals
- (c)20 quintals
- (d)10 quintals
Show answer
Answer: (c) 20 quintals — Farmers are eligible to procure up to 20 quintals of green gram over a 90-day period.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of Minimum Support Price (MSP) in ensuring price stability and farmer income security in the Indian agricultural sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market distortion: Risk of private trade stagnation due to high MSP-led procurement
- Logistical bottleneck: Infrastructure gaps in rural procurement centers affecting timely grain movement
Keywords: Minimum Support Price · Price Stability · Co-operative Marketing · Procurement Mechanism · Farmer Welfare
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