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Business Standard
22-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Centre approves price deficiency payment scheme for AP's Totapuri mangoes
The Centre, for the first time, has approved a Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) for 162,500 metric tonnes of 'Totapuri' Mangoes from Andhra Pradesh under its market intervention scheme (MIS). The proposal was approved following a letter from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and key NDA ally Chandrababu Naidu to Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, requesting intervention. The scheme is aimed at benefiting farmers in the Chittoor, Tirupati, and Annamayya districts of Andhra Pradesh, where prices of 'Totapuri' Mangoes have dropped due to a bumper harvest. Under the scheme, the central government has set the market intervention price (MIP) or floor rate for 'Totapuri' Mangoes at ₹1,490.73 per quintal, or around ₹15 per kilogram. If prices fall below the floor rate, a payment of up to ₹372.68 per quintal, or ₹3.73 per kilogram, will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of farmers. However, this relief will be limited to 162,500 tonnes of mangoes, which represent 25 percent of the total 'Totapuri' production in major districts of Andhra Pradesh. The deficiency payment of ₹372.68 per quintal, or ₹3.73 per kilogram, will be shared equally between the Centre and the Andhra Pradesh state government. The MIS guidelines stipulate that farmers wishing to avail themselves of the scheme's benefits must trade their produce with traders with proper documentation and verification, as notified by the APMCs, or mango processing units and ramps, as duly notified by the district collectors under state Acts. The Price Deficiency Payment Scheme will be operational for 30 days during the 2025-26 season, starting from the date of the first transaction after the issue of this letter. The state government will be responsible for notifying all traders for coverage of 'Totapuri' Mangoes under the PDPS scheme in Andhra Pradesh. The price differential between the MIP and the sale price will be updated on the Agmarknet portal of the state government. The scheme is expected to bring price stability, protect farmers from market volatility, and reinforce the commitment to doubling farmers' income.
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Business Standard
25-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Karnataka to launch Price Deficiency Payment Scheme for mango farmers
The Karnataka government on Wednesday issued orders to implement the Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) for mango farmers during the 2025–26 marketing season, following approval from the Central Government. The scheme aims to stabilise incomes for mango growers amid falling market prices. Around ₹101 crore has been allocated from the Revolving Fund for its implementation, with 50 per cent of the cost to be reimbursed by the Union Government. According to estimates, Karnataka expects mango production of 0.8 to 1 million metric tonnes from 0.139 million hectares across districts such as Bengaluru Rural, Ramanagara, Kolar, and Chikkaballapur. Mango is a major commercial crop in these regions, but farmers have faced steep price drops in recent weeks. Following appeals from District Task Force Committees and the Horticulture Department, the state had submitted a proposal to the Centre seeking procurement support under the Market Intervention Scheme–Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (MIS-PDPS). In a letter dated June 24, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare approved the procurement of 0.25 million metric tonnes of mangoes under PDPS, fixing the Market Intervention Price (MIP) at ₹1,616 per quintal. Compensation will be capped at 25 per cent of the MIP in case of a price shortfall. Only mangoes traded through notified Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMC) Mandis will be eligible for the scheme, which will be in effect for one month from the date of the first recorded transaction. The Karnataka State Mango Development and Marketing Corporation Limited, Bengaluru, under the Horticulture Department, has been appointed as the nodal implementing agency, the order stated. Farmers must pre-register to avail benefits and will be eligible to receive compensation for up to 10 metric tonnes (100 quintals) per person, calculated at 2 metric tonnes (20 quintals) per acre, limited to five acres. Farmer details will be cross-verified using Bhoomi and UIDAI-linked crop data. Price difference payments will be transferred to the farmers via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Procurement will take place through APMCs, sub-yards, Direct Purchase Centres (DPCs), and approved mango processing units. Secretaries of APMCs will record transactions, submit daily reports, and coordinate with the Mango Corporation to ensure seamless operations. A scientific committee headed by the Horticulture Secretary will monitor market price trends, with official price notifications issued periodically by the Agricultural Marketing Department. District implementation will be overseen by Deputy Commissioners, who are tasked with forming local task forces comprising officials from the Revenue, Agricultural Marketing, and Horticulture departments. They will ensure smooth execution and prevent misuse of funds. At the end of the scheme period, the managing director of the Mango Corporation will conduct an audit and submit detailed accounts to the state and central governments for reimbursement.
Hindustan Times
25-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
K'taka govt to roll out Price Deficiency Payment Scheme for mango farmers in 2025-26 season
Bengaluru, The Karnataka government on Wednesday issued orders to implement the Price Deficiency Payment Scheme for mango farmers during the 2025-26 marketing season, following approval from the Central Government. K'taka govt to roll out Price Deficiency Payment Scheme for mango farmers in 2025-26 season The scheme aims to stabilise incomes for mango growers amid falling market prices. Around ₹ 101 crore has been allocated from the Revolving Fund for its implementation, with 50 per cent of the cost to be reimbursed by the Union Government. According to estimates, Karnataka expects mango production of 8 to 10 lakh metric tonnes from 1.39 lakh hectares across districts such as Bengaluru Rural, Ramanagara, Kolar, and Chikkaballapur. Mango is a major commercial crop in these regions, but farmers have faced steep price drops in recent weeks. Following appeals from District Task Force Committees and the Horticulture Department, the state had submitted a proposal to the Centre seeking procurement support under the Market Intervention Scheme–Price Deficiency Payment Scheme . In a letter dated June 24, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare approved the procurement of 2.5 lakh metric tonnes of mangoes under PDPS, fixing the Market Intervention Price at ₹ 1,616 per quintal. Compensation will be capped at 25 per cent of the MIP in case of a price shortfall. Only mangoes traded through notified Agricultural Produce Market Committees Mandis will be eligible for the scheme, which will be in effect for one month from the date of the first recorded transaction. The Karnataka State Mango Development and Marketing Corporation Limited, Bengaluru, under the Horticulture Department, has been appointed as the nodal implementing agency, the order stated. Farmers must pre-register to avail benefits and will be eligible to receive compensation for up to 100 quintals per person, calculated at 20 quintals per acre, limited to five acres. Farmer details will be cross-verified using Bhoomi and UIDAI-linked crop data. Price difference payments will be transferred to the farmers via Direct Benefit Transfer . Procurement will take place through MCs, sub-yards, Direct Purchase Centres , and approved mango processing units. Secretaries of MCs will record transactions, submit daily reports, and coordinate with the Mango Corporation to ensure seamless operations. A scientific committee headed by the Horticulture Secretary will monitor market price trends, with official price notifications issued periodically by the Agricultural Marketing Department. District implementation will be overseen by Deputy Commissioners, who are tasked with forming local task forces comprising officials from the Revenue, Agricultural Marketing, and Horticulture departments. They will ensure smooth execution and prevent misuse of funds. At the end of the scheme period, the managing director of the Mango Corporation will conduct an audit and submit detailed accounts to the state and central governments for reimbursement. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
NDTV
24-06-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Centre To Compensate Mango Farmers In Karnataka, Minister Pralhad Joshi Praises Move
The Central government has announced the compensation under the 'Price Deficiency Payment Scheme' (PDPS) for mango farmers from Karnataka, days after Union Minister Pralhad Joshi raised the issue with Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan. "Deeply grateful to Shri @ChouhanShivraj ji, Hon'ble Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, for taking action on my request and ensuring fair compensation for mango farmers in Karnataka. Your proactive efforts, along with the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodiji, are a testament to the government's unwavering commitment to the welfare of our farmers. Your support will go a long way in helping our farmers during these challenging times," Mr Joshi posted on X, along with the letter he wrote on June 9 and Mr Chouhan's response today. The unseasonal rains and erratic weather patterns adversely affected the mango crop, putting farmers under considerable financial stress, said Mr Joshi in his June 9 letter to Mr Chouhan. Deeply grateful to Shri @ChouhanShivraj ji, Hon'ble Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, for taking action on my request and ensuring fair compensation for mango farmers in Karnataka. Your proactive efforts, along with the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri… — Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) June 24, 2025 "Due to the heavy rainfall and disrupted market conditions, mango prices in Karnataka have dropped sharply. In this regard, I urge you to kindly consider providing relief to the affected mango farmers by ensuring a Fair and Remunerative Price for their produce. This measure would offer much-needed support and significant benefit to farmers across the state," Mr Joshi argued in his letter. Responding to him today, Mr Chouhan said that "under Market Intervention Scheme on mango for the marketing year 2025-26 in Karnataka the maximum quantity of 2,50,000 metric tonnes at the rate of Rs 1616 quintal" has been approved. "I hope that this will provide relief and will address the genuine concern raised by you for welfare of mango farmers of Karnataka," Mr Chouhan said in his letter. On June 13, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had also urged Shivraj Singh Chouhan, for urgent 'Price Deficiency Payment' and 'Market Intervention Scheme' for mango farmers in the state.
New Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
EPS asks Centre to support Tamil Nadu mango farmers
CHENNAI: Welcoming the union government's decision to support Karnataka mango farmers under the Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS), AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Monday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to extend a similar relief to Tamil Nadu mango farmers who have been facing hardships due to fall in remunerative price for mangoes this year. In a statement, Palaniswami said, 'Monetary compensation under the PDPS scheme would be highly beneficial to the mango farmers of Tamil Nadu, as they have suffered significant losses, since mango is a seasonal crop cultivated only once a year.' Palaniswami said the Centre, under the PDPS, has agreed to compensate the farmers up to 2.5 lakh tonnes of Totapuri mangoes to offset massive losses. He also criticised the DMK government for failing to redress the grievances of mango farmers in the state. Accusing the government of remaining a 'mute spectator' to the issue, PMK 'president' Anbumani Ramadoss said Karnataka and AP governments have taken sincere steps to safeguard their farmers. Recently, the state government announced that after June 20, the mango pulp producing companies would procure the fruits at a remunerative price. But four days have passed since, the companies did not start procuring mangoes, he said, 'At least, the government should provide Rs 4,000/tonne as incentive.'
