The Chhattisgarh government has announced that it will procure paddy from farmers at ₹3,100 per quintal for the upcoming 2025–26 Kharif marketing season, providing a significant boost to the state’s agricultural community. The procurement period will run from November 15, 2025, to January 31, 2026, and farmers will be allowed to sell up to 21 quintals of paddy per acre.
The decision, which comes ahead of the harvest season, is expected to benefit lakhs of paddy growers across the state. Chhattisgarh, often referred to as the “rice bowl of India,” remains one of the country’s leading paddy-producing states, with procurement playing a key role in supporting farm incomes and ensuring price stability.
Officials said that the revised procurement price reflects the state government’s commitment to safeguarding the interests of farmers and ensuring that they receive a remunerative rate for their produce. The procurement will be carried out through cooperative societies and designated paddy collection centers across districts.
Under the new policy, both fair average quality (FAQ) and Grade-A paddy will be procured at the announced rate, with strict monitoring to prevent irregularities. The state’s food department and cooperative agencies have already begun preparations to ensure smooth procurement operations during the two-and-a-half-month window.
Agriculture experts believe the move will put more money directly into farmers’ hands and strengthen rural purchasing power. “This decision will encourage timely paddy procurement and ensure that farmers are not forced to sell their produce below market rates,” said a senior official from the state agriculture department.
With this announcement, Chhattisgarh continues its proactive approach toward farmer welfare, blending fair pricing, procurement assurance, and policy transparency. The higher procurement rate is also expected to stimulate local economies and reinforce the state’s image as one of India’s most farmer-friendly regions.
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