Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 26: In Preparedness of the upcoming Paddy Procurement season KMS 2024, a comprehensive meeting with FCI was convened today under the leadership of Director Agriculture, Jammu, Arvinder Singh Reen, at Krishi Bhawan, Talab Tillo, Jammu. The meeting addressed key modalities aimed at facilitating the smooth and timely procurement of paddy, with the Food Corporation of India (FCI) set to purchase directly from farmers through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. Director Agriculture emphasized the importance of these procurement centers in preventing distress sales and ensuring that farmers receive the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for their produce. Key discussion points from the meeting included the specifications for KMS 2024 will remain unchanged. Any necessary updates will be managed by FCI on their portal. Participants discussed the provision of uniform cleaning charges, timely supply of gunny bags, and logistical support at procurement mandies, coordinated between FCI and the Agriculture Department.
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