Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Andhra Pradesh Boosts Paddy Procurement, Ensures Timely Payments
The Andhra Pradesh government is buying more paddy this year than ever before.
They're making sure farmers get paid quickly and fairly, even letting farmers schedule their deliveries through WhatsApp.
The government wants to buy a total of 51 lakh MT of paddy this season and is also buying high-quality paddy for school meals.
State government intensifies paddy procurement, buying 2,36,284 MT so far
30% higher than last year, with 32,793 farmers benefited
Rs 560.48 cr paid directly to farmers' bank accounts within 48 hours
Government ensures transparent, hassle-free procurement with 16,000 field staff monitoring
Innovative services like WhatsApp scheduling and toll-free helpline introduced
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh government, farmers, civil supplies and consumer affairs minister Nadendla Manohar, AP Civil Supplies Corporation officials
- What
- Intensified paddy procurement and ensured timely payments
- When
- Currently, with a target to complete by the end of the season
- Where
- Across Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To support farmers, ensure fair prices, and maintain transparency
Government's Stance
Farmers' Perspective
Procurement Volume
Government's Stance
Government is proud of the increased procurement volume
Farmers' Perspective
Farmers appreciate the government's efforts to buy more paddy
Payment Timeliness
Government's Stance
Government highlights quick payments within 48 hours
Farmers' Perspective
Farmers are satisfied with the prompt payments, sometimes within 24 hours
Transparency
Government's Stance
Government emphasizes transparent and hassle-free procurement
Farmers' Perspective
Farmers feel assured by the government's commitment to transparency
- Total Paddy Bought So Far
- 2,36,284 MT
- Farmers Benefited
- 32,793
- Amount Paid
- Rs 560.48 cr
- Payment Time
- Within 48 hours, often within 24 hours
- Target for the Season
- 51 lakh MT
- Innovative Services
- WhatsApp scheduling, toll-free helpline
