Govt. calls for speedier FCV tobacco procurement, better prices for farmers
Andhra Pradesh's Agriculture Minister has directed the Tobacco Board to expedite the procurement of Flue-Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco to ensure better prices for farmers. The government also plans to limit production for the 2026-27 season to stabilize market prices.
Why it matters
This intervention addresses the financial distress of tobacco farmers and aims to stabilize the agricultural economy in the region.
Andhra Pradesh’S Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu has urged the Tobacco Board to expedite the procurement of the Flue-Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco and take steps to ensure remunerative prices for the farmers.
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