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Heat causes moisture loss, cuts wheat bags weight in Fazilka grain markets : Punjab

Delayed wheat lifting in Fazilka has reduced bag weights as moisture content dropped from 12% to 9% amid 40°C heat. Only 56%...

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Wheat News in English

Explainer: Problem of plenty for wheat stocks in Punjab

Punjab’s wheat procurement crossed 122 lakh tonnes, but storage shortages and slow grain evacuation have created severe congestion. Private traders largely avoided...

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Wheat News in English

As wheat procurement nears target, 2,306 centres shut in Punjab

Punjab has shut over 2,300 wheat procurement centres after nearing its target, but slow lifting remains a concern. With storage already full...

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Maize News in English

Punjab Govt expands kharif maize project to 16 districts

Punjab will expand its kharif maize diversification scheme to 16 districts in 2026-27, offering ₹17,500 per hectare to shift farmers from paddy....

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Wheat News in English

Haryana : Farmers suffer losses as wheat lifting delays stall payments in Sirsa mandis

Wheat lifting delays in Sirsa mandis have left 60% of the crop stranded, slowing farmer payments since they are paid only after...

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Wheat News in English

Punjab : Sluggish wheat lifting in Faridkot sparks row, only 33 per cent moved in 27 days

Wheat lifting delays in Faridkot leave stocks exposed, risking quality loss. Only 33% lifted amid contractor disputes and alleged interference. Commission agents...