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Agriculture
Paddy Arrivals Surge at Samrala Grain Market Amid Delay in Government Procurement
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 10:46 PM
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Paddy deliveries to Samrala grain market have increased sharply, but the start of government procurement under the minimum support price is still pending, raising concerns among farmers.
The Samrala grain market in Ludhiana district reported a noticeable rise in paddy arrivals this season. Traders say that the volume of rice straw entering the market has picked up compared to earlier weeks, reflecting a robust harvest in surrounding villages.
Despite the higher inflow, the state‑run procurement agency has not yet begun buying paddy under the announced minimum support price (MSP). Market officials noted that the delay leaves farmers uncertain about the price they will receive once the government purchase program starts.
Farmers and local dealer associations have voiced apprehension, warning that prolonged postponement could force sellers to seek private buyers at lower rates. The market administration is monitoring the situation and expects the procurement schedule to be clarified by the agriculture department soon.
The development comes at a time when the Punjab government is under pressure to ensure timely MSP purchases to stabilize farm incomes ahead of the upcoming sowing season.
Despite the higher inflow, the state‑run procurement agency has not yet begun buying paddy under the announced minimum support price (MSP). Market officials noted that the delay leaves farmers uncertain about the price they will receive once the government purchase program starts.
Farmers and local dealer associations have voiced apprehension, warning that prolonged postponement could force sellers to seek private buyers at lower rates. The market administration is monitoring the situation and expects the procurement schedule to be clarified by the agriculture department soon.
The development comes at a time when the Punjab government is under pressure to ensure timely MSP purchases to stabilize farm incomes ahead of the upcoming sowing season.