Governement working on model to allow farmers to sell produce directly to consumers: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said the government is working on a model to allow farmers to sell their produce directly to consumers, reducing middlemen's role. He emphasized that the farm to consumer model will help farmers get maximum benefits.
The minister said agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy and farmers are its soul and without farmers, India cannot prosper. He said while agriculture is a state subject, the Centre will support farmers comprehensively. He also said the contribution of the agriculture sector and farmers would play a key role in making India a developed nation.
He highlighted ongoing efforts including procuring crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP), promoting technological solutions, strengthening Krishi Vighyan Kendras, encouraging natural farming and crop diversification. He asserted that the government is making every possible effort to empower and improve farmers' economic conditions.
