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Recent increase in seed prices burdens farmers already struggling from last year's drought-induced losses. Government's decision to hike seed prices further impacts agricultural community. Farmers demand free seeds or increased subsidies to alleviate financial strain.
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Farmers of tur, urad, and green gram in Kalaburagi district will receive interim relief for crop loss. The District Level Grievances Committee has recommended mid-term crop insurance for tur farmers. The state government has released Rs 100 crore for this purpose. Tur farmers will receive Rs 6,000 to Rs 7,000 per hectare as interim relief. Urad and green gram farmers will also receive insurance. The payment process has already started, and every farmer will receive interim crop relief within 15 days.
Pigeon pea, a crucial ingredient in many meals, has experienced price hikes due to poor crop yields. In 2019, a quintal of pigeon pea was sold at the APMC market for Rs 5,800, which rose to Rs 6,280 in 2020, Rs 6,850 in 2021, and has now nearly doubled to Rs 12,140. Sources suggest that prices may continue to rise.
Kalaburagi: Kalaburagi joint director of agriculture department Samad Patel has issued a press release saying that farmers should not panic on seeing .