Tobacco Board cuts FCV crop target for A.P. to 81 million kg for 2026-27

The Tobacco Board has significantly reduced the crop target for Flue Cured Virginia tobacco in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026-27 season to 81 million kg. This decision aims to stabilize market conditions and protect farmers' interests following a period of overproduction and sluggish buyer demand.
Why it matters
This reflects the government's role in managing agricultural supply chains to prevent market crashes and ensure farmer profitability.
The Tobacco Board has fixed the crop size for Flue Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco in Andhra Pradesh at approximately 81 million kg for the 2026-27 season, a sharp reduction from the previous year's target, citing prevailing market conditions and the need to safeguard farmers' interests.
The article reports on the board's decision and the economic rationale behind it in a neutral, informative manner.
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