All posts tagged "FCI"
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121Rice News in EnglishRecord rice stocks may prompt higher public distribution
India's rice stocks are at a record high, nearly four times the buffer target, with FCI holding 50 million tonnes. The government...
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109Wheat News in EnglishWheat procurement in Haryana surpasses last year’s figures
Haryana's wheat procurement this rabi season surpasses last year's figures, with 71.5 lakh MT purchased, exceeding the 70.3 lakh MT from last...
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92Wheat News in EnglishThe grain drain in Uttar Pradesh
Shajahanpur, UP, struggles with wheat prices despite being a major producer. Powayan Taluk, dubbed Mini Punjab, faces similar challenges. Avtar Singh's family,...
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87Wheat News in EnglishWheat procurement likely to miss target for 3rd year
India faces its third consecutive year of missing wheat procurement targets, with only 70% of the 372 LMT target acquired by May...
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103Rice News in EnglishKarnataka: Congress slams Centre over reports of 18 million tonnes rice wasted amidst Anna Bhagya shortfall
The State Congress criticized the Centre for neglecting Karnataka's plea to procure rice for its Anna Bhagya scheme, despite the state's offer...
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99Wheat News in EnglishWheat purchases by govt at 25.4 mn tonnes, 1.5% lower than last year
India procured 25.4 million metric tons of new-season wheat, a 1.55% dip from last year, aiming to bolster depleted reserves. Despite slow...
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89Wheat News in EnglishSluggish wheat purchases in some states may hinder achievement of Centre’s procurement target
Wheat procurement faces challenges due to weather delays and better open market prices. Government targets 37 mt but anticipates 26 mt, with...
