Flour Millers Urge Policy Stability and Coordination Amid Price Volatility
Flour millers' body calls for greater policy stability, stronger industry-government coordination
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Navneet Chitlangia, President of the Roller Flour Millers' Federation of India, emphasized the need for greater policy stability and improved coordination between the industry and government during the release of the Wheat Crop Survey Report for Rabi 2025-26. The report indicates a slight increase in wheat production, but the milling sector faces financial pressures due to rising costs and market volatility.
- 01Policy stability and government coordination are crucial for the flour milling industry.
- 02Wheat production for Rabi 2025-26 is projected at 1,106.5 lakh metric tonnes.
- 03Key demands include stock transparency and predictable pricing policies.
- 04Weather disruptions have negatively impacted crops in several states.
- 05The industry seeks liquidity support to alleviate financial stress.
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During the release of the Wheat Crop Survey Report for Rabi 2025-26, Navneet Chitlangia (President of the Roller Flour Millers' Federation of India) called for increased policy stability and stronger collaboration between the flour milling industry and the government. The report estimates wheat production at 1,106.5 lakh metric tonnes, a modest rise from 1,096.3 lakh metric tonnes the previous year, with an increase in sown area and average yield. However, the industry has faced significant challenges over the past year, including sharp price fluctuations and rising costs due to global geopolitical tensions. Chitlangia outlined several key demands, including regular updates on national wheat stock data, predictable pricing policies, and export flexibility to enhance market conditions. He also highlighted the need for liquidity support to help the industry navigate tight margins and uncertainties. Weather disruptions, particularly unseasonal rain and hail, have adversely affected crops in Punjab and West Bengal, with affected districts including Fazilka and Amritsar. The flour milling sector is striving for stability and consistent dialogue to ensure fair returns for farmers and affordable prices for consumers.
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The call for policy stability and coordination could lead to more predictable pricing for wheat, benefiting both farmers and consumers. Improved liquidity support may help flour millers maintain operations and manage costs, potentially stabilizing prices in the market.
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