AGRICULTURE - FARMERS WELFARE DEPARTMENT--Implementation of Price Support Scheme (Pss) - 11th January 2025 - Part II - Section 1 - Gazette Notification PDF
Executive Summary
This document, a notification from the Government of Tamil Nadu, announces the implementation of the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the procurement of Green Gram during the Rabi season 2024-2025. The scheme is being implemented through the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED). The proposed duration of the scheme varies by district, ranging from January 15, 2025, to June 29, 2025.
Key Points / Main Content
Scheme Overview:
Implements the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for Green Gram procurement.
The scheme is applicable for the Rabi season 2024-2025.
Procurement will be done through NAFED.
Crop Details:
Crop to be supported: Green Gram.
Crop calendar year: Throughout the year.
Sowing period: October - February.
Harvesting Period: January - May.
Timeline:
Commencement of arrival: January.
Peak arrival period: February to May.
Scheme Duration: Two phases based on district:
15.01.2025 to 14.04.2025 for Thiruvallur, Salem, Namakkal, Villupuram, Tiruppur, Ranipet, Virudhunagar, Thoothukudi, Tenkasi and Dindigul districts.
01.04.2025 to 29.06.2025 for Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai and Cuddalore (Delta districts).
Production Details:
Sowing Area: 1.273 L ha (as per 2023-24 Final Estimate).
Expected production: 0.561 LMT(as per 2023-24 Final Estimate).
Average yield: 384 Kg/Ha(as per 2023-24 Final Estimate).
Pricing:
Ruling market price: Rs.65 to Rs.70 per Kg of Green gram.
Minimum Support price: For 2024-2025 Rs.8,682 per quintal.
Geographical Scope:
Major Rabi Green Gram growing districts: Thiruvallur, Salem, Namakkal, Villupuram, Tiruppur, Ranipet, Virudhunagar, Thoothukudi, Tenkasi, Dindigul, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai and Cuddalore.
Impact Analysis
Green Gram Growers/Farmers
Impact: Affected by the price stability provided through the Price Support Scheme (PSS), aiming to ensure remunerative prices and encourage production.
Action Required: Farmers should be aware of the crop calendar, harvesting period, and the designated procurement period in their respective districts to participate in the scheme.
Consumers
Impact: Intended to benefit from stable supplies of Green Gram at reasonable prices.
Action Required: None.
Key Entities Referenced
Price Support Scheme (PSS): A scheme to ensure remunerative prices to growers by the Government.
National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED): The agency through which the Price Support Scheme for Green Gram will be implemented.
Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP): The body whose recommendations are considered when announcing Minimum Support Prices.
Tamil Nadu: The state where this policy is being implemented
Green gram: The commodity being procured under the Price Support Scheme (PSS).