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Agriculture
Uttar Pradesh drives Kalanamak rice price from Rs 50 to Rs 200 per kg
✍️ India Today
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 01:02 AM
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The Uttar Pradesh government’s promotion of the heritage Kalanamak rice has lifted farm‑gate prices from about Rs 50 to Rs 200 per kilogram, reshaping the regional market.
The state’s agricultural department launched a focused campaign to revive the traditional Kalanamak rice, a variety known for its aromatic quality and Geographical Indication tag. As a result, farm‑gate prices have surged from roughly Rs 50 to Rs 200 per kilogram, a four‑fold increase reported by local traders.
Farmers across several districts of Uttar Pradesh have responded positively, allocating more acreage to the grain and seeking better market linkages. The higher price has also attracted private buyers and cooperatives, creating a more organized supply chain that benefits both producers and consumers.
Analysts say the price jump underscores the impact of targeted state support for niche crops. While the current uplift is limited to Kalanamak, officials hope the model can be replicated for other indigenous varieties, potentially boosting rural incomes across the state.
Farmers across several districts of Uttar Pradesh have responded positively, allocating more acreage to the grain and seeking better market linkages. The higher price has also attracted private buyers and cooperatives, creating a more organized supply chain that benefits both producers and consumers.
Analysts say the price jump underscores the impact of targeted state support for niche crops. While the current uplift is limited to Kalanamak, officials hope the model can be replicated for other indigenous varieties, potentially boosting rural incomes across the state.