Unseasonal rains have broken crops: Agri Minister Narendra Singh Tomar

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Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Saturday mentioned unseasonal rains have broken crops and the federal government is ready for inputs from states to evaluate the extent of harm. “Undoubtedly, crops have been broken as a result of unseasonal rains. The survey is underway and we’re ready for experiences from the states to evaluate the extent of harm,” Tomar instructed reporters.

Farmers are depending on monsoon, which is unpredictable, he mentioned, including that regardless of all measures in place, cultivators are on the mercy of nature.

The state governments have State Catastrophe Aid Funds which they will use for offering compensation to farmers. Extra funds from the Nationwide Catastrophe Aid Fund can be launched after the due means of assessing the extent of harm, he mentioned.

The minimal assist worth (MSP) of rabi crops can be introduced very quickly, he added.

Sowing of rabi crops, particularly oilseeds and pulses, has begun throughout the nation and about 7.34 lakh hectares have been lined thus far, based on agriculture ministry knowledge launched on Friday.

Wheat is the primary rabi (winter) crop however its sowing knowledge has not but been reported from states.

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