JAMMU, MAY 13: Director Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Jammu Anil Gupta today participated in the One Day Regional Meeting of Northern States convened to discuss Rabi Price Policy for the 2027-28 marketing season. The meeting was held at Krishi Bhawan, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh under the Chairmanship of Chairman, Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
The meeting was organised by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi to deliberate upon the price policy for the upcoming Rabi marketing season 2027-28 with a focus on ensuring fair remuneration to farmers and strengthening agricultural marketing mechanisms across Northern States. Representatives and senior officers from various states participated in the meeting and shared their views and recommendations.
During the meeting, Director Agriculture Jammu, Anil Gupta represented the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and actively participated in the discussions related to procurement arrangements, crop pricing and farmers’ welfare measures. He highlighted the importance of ensuring timely and effective procurement operations for safeguarding the interests of farmers.
Anil Gupta emphasized the need for direct procurement of wheat through the Food Corporation of India (FCI) so that farmers receive the notified Minimum Support Price (MSP) without inconvenience. He also stressed the establishment of adequate procurement mandis equipped with essential infrastructure including storage facilities and availability of gunny bags to prevent distress sale of agricultural produce during the procurement season.
During the deliberations, emphasis was also laid on implementation of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism for ensuring transparent and timely payments directly into the accounts of farmers during the Rabi Marketing Season 2027-28.
Anil Gupta further informed the house that the Agriculture Department Jammu & Kashmir is actively promoting oilseeds, pulses and natural farming practices alongside traditional crops to encourage crop diversification, improve soil health and enhance farmers’ income. He also highlighted various initiatives being undertaken by the department for sustainable agricultural development in the Union Territory.
The meeting concluded with detailed discussions and exchange of suggestions among participating states for formulation of recommendations on Rabi Price Policy for the marketing season 2027-28.