Daily Star published an article saying that In the wake of a sluggish progress in the government’s Boro procurement program, the food ministry has lifted the ceiling for paddy and wheat purchase from an individual farmer to six tonnes from the previous three tonnes. An IFPRI study said paddies usually have a higher level of moisture and it is difficult for farmers to dry their produces and maintain the required moisture level before selling. “Therefore, the procurement price would be adjusted based on the moisture of farmers’ paddy,” and paddy with higher moisture contents could be bought at relatively lower prices.
Govt to buy more from farmers (Daily Star)
June 18, 2020