Uttar Pradesh to Provide Quality Seeds and Fertilizers for Kharif 2026
Farmers will be given quality seeds & fertilisers for Kharif season: Yogi
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to ensure timely preparations for the Kharif-2026 season, focusing on quality seeds and fertilizers for farmers. The state aims to cover 110.65 lakh hectares with a production target of 302.62 lakh metric tonnes, emphasizing crop diversification and technical support.
- 01Yogi Adityanath emphasized the importance of quality seeds and fertilizers for the upcoming Kharif-2026 season.
- 02The production target includes 224.25 lakh metric tonnes of paddy and increased targets for other crops like pearl millet and maize.
- 03A distribution target of 2.29 lakh quintals of seeds has been set, with 1.26 lakh quintals already available by May 24.
- 04Community gatherings, called 'chaupals', will start in June to connect farmers with government schemes and modern practices.
- 05Measures will be taken to prevent hoarding and black marketing of fertilizers.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a review meeting on Monday to ensure that all preparations for the Kharif-2026 season are completed on schedule. He directed officials to provide quality seeds, fertilizers, and technical assistance to farmers. The state has set a target to cover 110.65 lakh hectares with a production goal of 302.62 lakh metric tonnes. Specific targets include 224.25 lakh metric tonnes of paddy and increased production for crops like pearl millet, maize, and groundnut. A distribution target of 2.29 lakh quintals of seeds has been established, with over 1.26 lakh quintals already available. To enhance farmers' income, Yogi stressed the importance of crop diversification and modern agricultural practices. He also announced that 'chaupals' (community gatherings) will begin in June to ensure farmers benefit from government schemes. Additionally, the CM instructed officials to prepare contingency plans for drought-prone areas and to curb hoarding and black marketing of fertilizers.
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Farmers in Uttar Pradesh will have access to quality seeds and fertilizers, which can enhance their productivity and income.
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