Gov't Offers Farmers Up To ₹15,000/Acre for Millet Cultivation

• The central government promotes millet cultivation, offering financial aid of ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 per acre to farmers.
• Subsidies include 50% on seeds and machinery, ₹500 per hectare for micronutrients and IPM, and free seed mini-kits.
• Minimum Support Price (MSP) is provided for millets like jowar, bajra, and ragi, ensuring additional profit for farmers.
• Andhra Pradesh aims to double millet cultivation from 5 lakh to 10 lakh acres in two years, with the mission active in 19 states.
• Millets are promoted for their health benefits, such as preventing Type-2 diabetes, and their rich nutritional content.

Why It Matters: Farmers can earn significant income and support health by cultivating millets with government aid.