Big Relief for Maharashtra Pigeon Pea Farmers: Centre Approves 3.37 Lakh MT Procurement

• The Central government has approved the procurement of 3.37 lakh metric tons of pigeon pea (tur) from Maharashtra.
• Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan announced the decision after a high-level meeting in New Delhi.
• Procurement will be done under the 'Price Support Scheme' (PSS) with funds totaling approximately 2,696 crore rupees.
• The process will be implemented through NAFED and NCCF, ensuring direct benefit to farmers and eliminating middlemen.
• Emphasis was placed on transparency, ease of registration for farmers, and increasing procurement centers.

Why It Matters: Central government's approval for pigeon pea procurement offers significant financial relief to Maharashtra farmers.