The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has issued the ‘Directive on Determination of Minimum Support Price and Minimum Purchase Price 2082’. According to this directive, farmers will receive information regarding the minimum support prices for major crops such as paddy, maize, wheat, and millet before the planting season. This initiative aims to facilitate crop selection for farmers, assist in production planning, and reduce market risks.
The directive sets a clear schedule for price determination for each crop. For sugarcane, field surveys and data collection must be completed by 30th Bhadra, with an analysis report prepared by 15th Ashoj, followed by the final recommendation submitted by 30th Kartik. For wheat, surveys are to be conducted by 30th Saun, with the report finalized by 15th Bhadra, and the final recommendation by 30th Ashoj.
The process for early paddy, rainy season paddy, rainy maize, and millet will also involve various phases of study, analysis, and recommendation from Mangsir to Baishakh. The ministry conveyed confidence that this directive will enhance investment and boost production in the agricultural sector. The directive has been issued under the authority granted by Section 47(1) of the Food Rights and Food Sovereignty Act 2075.
