Bhopal, April 8 (IANS) As wheat procurement begins from April 9 in Madhya Pradesh, a significant surge in farmer participation is reported for the 2026-27 season, with 1,904,644 farmers registering across the state, a notable increase from 1,544,055 registrations in the previous 2025-26 season.

To facilitate smooth procurement, the state government has established 3,627 procurement centres. Wheat procurement is scheduled to begin shortly, with the Centre-fixed Minimum Support Price at Rs 2,585 per quintal. ​

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced an additional bonus of Rs 40 per quintal, bringing the effective procurement price to Rs 2,625 per quintal for farmers.​

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav reviewed the preparations and assured robust arrangements for the season.​

Adequate stocks of gunny bags have been arranged, and the government has set up help desks at all procurement centres along with district-level control rooms. ​

The entire process will be closely monitored through a dedicated control room in the Chief Minister’s Office.​

“We will take it up to Rs 2,700 per quintal,” CM Yadav said, reaffirming the government’s long-term commitment to provide remunerative prices to farmers. ​

He added that ensuring farmers receive a fair price for their produce remains their firm commitment. ​

He said they aspire to serve the public, and with this objective in mind, superior arrangements have been put in place for wheat procurement at the designated centres.​

As part of the ‘Farmer Welfare Year’ (Krishi Kalyan Varsh) 2026, farmers visiting procurement centres will also be informed about various government welfare schemes through pamphlets, hoardings, and on-ground outreach. ​

Instructions have been issued to make the process farmer-friendly and transparent.​

The state government is prioritising small and marginal farmers and has directed officials to ensure hassle-free procurement, with priority given to registered farmers. ​

Chief Minister Yadav emphasised that 2026, being observed as the Farmer Welfare Year, will see coordinated efforts from multiple departments to enhance farmer income and welfare.​

This year’s higher registration reflects growing confidence among farmers in the state’s procurement machinery. ​

Officials expect smooth operations with continuous monitoring to prevent any inconvenience at the centres.​

–IANS

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