Revanth Reddy: Ensure all preparations for Vanakalam crop
Revanth Reddy
on Friday directed
agriculture officials
to ensure full preparedness for the upcoming monsoon (Vanakalam) crop season, with timely availability of seeds and fertilisers across all districts.
At a review meeting, the CM instructed stringent action against those selling
spurious seeds
. "Cases under the PD Act must be booked against such offenders. The chief secretary should coordinate with collectors, SPs, and commissioners to ensure farmers face no trouble accessing quality seeds and fertilisers," he said.
He emphasised the need for vigilance at the district level. Task forces comprising agriculture and police departments should conduct joint raids and monitor state borders to prevent the movement of spurious seeds.
Revanth Reddy warned officials to act decisively and legally against those cheating farmers. "Know who is selling fake seeds, where they're stored, and how they're being transported. Take strict legal action without exceptions," he added.
Officials briefed the CM that sufficient seed and fertiliser stocks are available. With a significant area expected under paddy and cotton cultivation, all major seed brands are already in the market.
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The CM assured farmers there is no shortage and urged them to follow IMD updates, as early rains are predicted. He cautioned them against buying loose seeds, advising purchases only of sealed packets with bills retained till harvest. He also instructed the agriculture department to run large-scale awareness campaigns to protect farmers from fraud.
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