Archive · 23 Dec 2025

Andhra Pradesh Bans Black Burley Tobacco Cultivation

Andhra Pradesh Bans Black Burley Tobacco Cultivation

The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to stop farmers from growing Black Burley tobacco.

They have told the leaders of districts where tobacco is grown to make sure this rule is followed.

Farmers who grow White Burley tobacco must now sign agreements to sell their crop to tobacco companies.

The government will not help with buying White Burley tobacco in the future.

Special teams will watch over tobacco farms to stop any Black Burley tobacco from being grown.

Last year, the government bought Black Burley tobacco from many farmers, but now they want to prevent its cultivation.

The government had to spend a lot of money to help farmers last year, and they don't want to do that again.

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