Amaravati, March 01, 2026: Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar directed officials to make paddy procurement smooth and farmer-friendly during the Kharif Marketing Season.
Speaking at a regional review in Tirupati with districts like Chittoor and Nellore, he called for full transparency, quick payments at minimum support price, and direct buying from growers without middlemen interference.
Centers must offer weighing scales, moisture testers, gunny bags, water, shade, seating, and a token system to cut wait times.
