Telangana to build scientific silos network at 20 locations to protect farmers
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· MSP, procurement, PDS & food security· Prelims·
Post-harvest infrastructure and market intervention: a GS3 case study on mitigating distress sales.
Why in news
Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy announced plans to establish a scientific silos network at 20 locations in Telangana to prevent distress sales by farmers.
Background
The Telangana government is evaluating two models for the silos: direct construction by the Telangana State Civil Supplies Corporation or private sector participation. The infrastructure is intended to help farmers secure higher prices for premium paddy varieties.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe proposed scientific silos network will be established at 20 locations in Telangana.
- BodyThe Telangana State Civil Supplies Corporation is the state body considered for direct construction of the silos.
- FactThe primary objective of the silos is to protect farmers from distress sales and secure higher prices for premium paddy varieties.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the proposed scientific silos network in Telangana, consider the following statements:
- The network will be established at 50 locations to support local agriculture.
- The network will be established at 20 locations across the state.
- The primary objective is to protect farmers from distress sales and secure higher prices for premium paddy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)1 and 3 only
- (c)2 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The note states the network will be established at 20 locations.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the development of scientific storage infrastructure can mitigate distress sales and enhance the bargaining power of farmers in the agricultural value chain.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market intervention: Balancing state-led procurement models against private sector participation for storage infrastructure
- Price stability: Reducing post-harvest losses and price volatility for premium paddy varieties to ensure farmer income
Keywords: distress sales · post-harvest infrastructure · market intervention · value chain · price discovery
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