Agriculture
State Government Releases Direct Cash Incentives for Millet Farmers
The state government has released direct cash transfers to farmers cultivating millets such as ragi, nawane, and samai under the Millet Promotion Scheme to encourage healthy dietary practices.
The state government has initiated the release of financial assistance to farmers cultivating millets, including ragi, nawane, and samai, under the Millet Promotion Scheme. This direct cash transfer (DBT) initiative aims to incentivize the cultivation of these nutrient-rich crops.
The primary objective of the scheme is to promote a healthy food system by encouraging the production and consumption of traditional millets. By providing direct financial support, the government seeks to make millet farming more viable and attractive for agriculturalists.
The funds are being transferred directly to the bank accounts of eligible farmers, ensuring that the incentives reach the intended beneficiaries without intermediaries. This move is part of a broader effort to diversify agricultural output and improve public health through diet.
The primary objective of the scheme is to promote a healthy food system by encouraging the production and consumption of traditional millets. By providing direct financial support, the government seeks to make millet farming more viable and attractive for agriculturalists.
The funds are being transferred directly to the bank accounts of eligible farmers, ensuring that the incentives reach the intended beneficiaries without intermediaries. This move is part of a broader effort to diversify agricultural output and improve public health through diet.