Government agencies and authorized institutions across the districts of Madhya Pradesh have sufficient seed stocks for farmers during the upcoming Rabi season. Farmers are advised to purchase certified seeds from authorized sources, verify their authenticity and report any irregularities.
The Department of Farmers’ Welfare and Agriculture Development is continuously reviewing seed availability in Madhya Pradesh districts to ensure adequate quantities for farmers' demand and requirements. In addition to this, a total of 3,751,994 quintals of seeds for gram, lentil, mustard, linseed, pea, wheat, and barley are available.
According to the source material, the Madhya Pradesh State Seeds and Farm Development Corporation has 91,452 quintals of seeds in stock. The government agricultural farms hold 12,403 quintals, while the Seed Federation stores 652,739 quintals. The National Seeds Corporation has 255,718 quintals, and other authorized institutions have 190,839 quintals. Private seed agencies are reported to have 2,548,843 quintals in stock.
Farmers are advised to purchase certified seeds from the authorized sales centres and concerned cooperative institutions. While purchasing seeds, they should check the tag, bill, and validity of the seeds. In case of any irregularity or sale of seeds at prices higher than the prescribed rates, farmers should inform the officials of the Agriculture Department in the concerned district.
Source:
MPInfo English News
