For the procurement year 2024-25, NAFED and NCCF will procure pulses equivalent to 100% of the state’s production, a significant step towards achieving national self-sufficiency in pulses, reads a press release from the PIB.
It is worth recalling that to bolster domestic pulse production and reduce reliance on imports, the Government has entrusted NAFED and NCCF with a pivotal role in the procurement of Tur (Arhar), Urad, and Masur under the Price Support Scheme (PSS).
Reinforcing this commitment, the Union Budget 2025 announced an extension of this initiative for four additional years—up to 2028-29—with NAFED and NCCF continuing to lead procurement operations across states.
Procurement of 13.22 LMT of Tur (Arhar) has been approved across key producing states including Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh for the Kharif 2024-25 season. Additionally, the procurement window in Andhra Pradesh has been extended by 30 days—beyond the standard 90-day period—until the 22nd of next month, ensuring farmers have ample time to benefit from the support mechanism.
Currently, procurement at Minimum Support Price (MSP) by NAFED and NCCF is actively underway in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Telangana. As of the 22nd of this month, a total of 3.92 LMT of Tur has been procured, directly benefiting 2,56,517 farmers.
The process leverages digital platforms, with farmers participating through NAFED’s e-Samridhi portal and NCCF’s e-Samyukti portal, streamlining registration and transparency.
