AP Govt Urges Farmers: Sell Paddy at RSK for Fair Price, Benefits

• Andhra Pradesh government is procuring paddy from farmers through Rythu Seva Kendras (RSK).
• Farmers are advised to sell paddy to RSK to avoid middlemen, with prices set at Rs. 1,792 for BPT (Grade-A) and Rs. 1,779 for common paddy per 75kg bag.
• The government provides free gunny bags and transport vehicles to mills; transport charges are paid for farmers using their own tractors.
• Payment for paddy is deposited into farmers' bank accounts within 24 hours of sale.

Why It Matters: AP government offers farmers better paddy procurement, bypassing middlemen.