Tamil Nadu Begins Bulk Sugarcane Purchase for PDS, Farmers Demand Fair Price Revision
Tamil Nadu Begins Bulk Sugarcane Purchase for PDS, Farmers Demand Fair Price Revision
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In a significant move to support local farmers, the Tamil Nadu government has commenced the bulk purchase of sugarcane for distribution through Public Distribution System (PDS) outlets. This initiative aims to provide much-needed relief to sugarcane farmers in Salem, who have been facing challenges in accessing markets for their produce.
The bulk purchase ensures a steady demand for sugarcane and helps stabilize prices, offering financial security to the farmers in the region. This move is part of the state government’s broader strategy to assist the agricultural sector, particularly sugarcane producers, who have struggled with fluctuating market prices.
However, while the bulk purchase addresses immediate concerns, farmers are calling on the central government to revise and increase the fair price for sugarcane. Rising production costs, including labor, fertilizers, and irrigation, have made it increasingly difficult for farmers to sustain their livelihoods. Farmers argue that the current price is not sufficient to cover production expenses and ensure long-term financial sustainability.
The call for a fair price revision has gained momentum among sugarcane-growing regions, with farmers urging both state and central governments to implement more favorable pricing policies that would reflect the rising costs of cultivation and support the economic wellbeing of farmers.
As discussions continue, the Tamil Nadu government’s intervention through bulk sugarcane purchases provides a short-term relief, but the long-term solution may hinge on a broader policy shift in pricing and subsidies to better support the agricultural community.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing issue.
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