Procurement operations across 1,800 dedicated grain markets in Punjab have gained full momentum, with daily procurement crossing 4.5 lakh metric tonnes of paddy at the official Grade A MSP of ₹2,340 per quintal.
Key Highlights of Punjab Procurement:
- ✔Fast-Track DBT: 98% of payments are settled within 48 hours directly into farmers' verified bank accounts through the Anaaj Kharid portal.
- ✔Gunny Bags & Storage: Adequate supply of standardized jute bags deployed across Khanna, Ludhiana, and Sangrur mandis.
- ✔Moisture Monitoring: Strict enforcement of 17% maximum moisture limits at all procurement checkpoints to safeguard grain quality.
Farmers can view their J-Forms digitally on the Anaaj Kharid app.