How can the government ensure MSP for sunflower seeds in Haryana

Discuss the challenges faced by farmers in Haryana and suggest ways in which the government can ensure MSP for sunflower seeds.
To ensure MSP for sunflower seeds in Haryana, the government can take the following steps:
  • Establish procurement agencies at the village level to directly purchase crops from farmers.
  • Set up more purchasing centers to buy sunflower seeds from farmers to reduce the middlemen's role in the supply chain.
  • Provide subsidies and incentives for farmers cultivating sunflower in order to increase its production and create a market demand for the crop.
  • Expand existing MSP schemes to include sunflower seeds and establish a guaranteed minimum support price for the crop.
  • Encourage farmers to form cooperatives to strengthen their bargaining power and help them sell their produce at MSP.
Farmers in Haryana face a multitude of challenges, ranging from water shortage and lack of irrigation facilities to insufficient credit and storage facilities. They also face price volatility and uncertainty, which make it difficult for them to plan and budget their expenses. Therefore, the government must provide them with better market linkages, crop insurance, and credit facilities to help them navigate these challenges. Overall, the government must work closely with farmers and other stakeholders in the agricultural value chain to ensure that farmers can achieve stable and sustainable incomes. Agriculture is a vital sector in Haryana's economy, and measures must be taken to secure the livelihoods of the farmers who depend on it.
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