MSP for paddy, which is the main kharif crop sown during the four-month monsoon period in various states, has been increased by Rs 65 per quintal. But, according to the weather department’s forecast, the situation will improve and the monsoon will be normal,” Tomar said. The government also announced increases in MSP for pulses, such as tur (by Rs 125), moong (Rs 75 ) and urad (Rs 100). MSP of groundnut will go up by Rs 200 per quintal and that of soybean by Rs 311 per quintal, Tomar said. Medium cotton MSP was raised by Rs 105 per quintal and long cotton’s MSP by Rs 100 per quintal.

Source: The Telegraph July 03, 2019 19:18 UTC