A.P. Farmers’ Association demands free crop insurance, opposes private insurers
The Andhra Pradesh Farmers’ Association is demanding free, government-funded crop insurance for all farmers. They oppose the current model requiring farmer contributions and the involvement of private insurance companies.
Why it matters
This reflects ongoing tensions between agricultural unions and government policy regarding the financial burden of climate-related crop loss.
The Andhra Pradesh Farmers’ Association on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) urged the State government to provide free crop insurance for all farmers and tenant cultivators, while opposing the involvement of private insurance companies in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and the Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme.
The article focuses heavily on the demands of a labor/farmer organization, highlighting their critique of private sector involvement and government policy.
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