Claim of better condition of wheat in other states except Rajasthan

17-Mar-2025 12:22 PM

Claim of better condition of wheat in other states except Rajasthan

Wheat Crop in Good Condition Nationwide, Except Rajasthan

Key Highlights:

1. Wheat Yield Expected to Rise by 10%

   • Agriculture Ministry Estimate: Record 1154.30 lakh tonnes (higher than the target of 1150 lakh tonnes and last year's 1132.90 lakh tonnes).
   • Industry & Trade Estimate: 1100 lakh tonnes, still a record.
   • Skeptical Traders' Estimate: 1040-1060 lakh tonnes only.

2. Better Wheat Varieties Drive Growth

   • Timely sowing & climate-resistant varieties planted in 67% of the area.
   • Less impact of high temperatures & climate change.

3. Challenges in Rajasthan

   • Jhalawar & Pratapgarh districts affected by adverse weather conditions.
   • Central team assessing crop damage.

4. Market & Procurement Updates

   • New wheat crop harvesting has begun.
   • Sticky grains in some areas selling below MSP.
   • MP & Rajasthan offering extra bonus over MSP to farmers.
   • Wheat price in Gujarat: ₹2550 per quintal.
   • Procurement started in Uttar Pradesh.
   • Major arrivals in Punjab, Haryana, and Western UP expected from April.

Implications & Market Outlook:

• Higher yields & early harvest could stabilize wheat supply.
• Farmers in Rajasthan may require relief support.
• MSP procurement conditions might be eased for affected crops.
• Wheat prices may remain stable due to record production expectations.