The procurement of Tur (Arhar) from farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) by the Centre has seen a total quantity of 1.31 lakh metric tonnes procured in major producing states including Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Telangana, benefiting as many as 89,219 farmers.
The government has also approved the procurement of the entire production of Tur, Urad, and Masur under the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the procurement year 2024-25 to incentivize farmers to contribute to the enhancement of domestic pulse production and reduce dependence on imports.
The procurement of Tur, Urad, and Masur will be undertaken for 100% of the state’s production for another four years up to 2028-29 through Central Nodal Agencies to achieve self-sufficiency in pulses in the country.
