Tag: Chhattisgarh Agriculture

Young farmer Ankit Lakda from Jashpur has successfully boosted his income through an innovative fish–poultry integrated farming model, showcasing the power of diversification and modern agricultural practices.

Young farmer Ankit Lakda from Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur district has boosted his income through an innovative fish–poultry integrated farming model, showcasing the potential of diversified and sustainable agriculture.

Farmer Daulatram Sahu of Janglesar village has cultivated coriander on 2.5 acres instead of summer paddy, with support from the Horticulture Department, highlighting the growing push for crop diversification in Rajnandgaon district.

Rajnandgaon district has exceeded its seed production registration target under the Rabi 2025–26 Seed Production Programme, achieving coverage of 1,146 hectares against the prescribed target of 1,000 hectares. Officials said the milestone reflects strong farmer participation and focused efforts by the Agriculture Department to promote certified seed production, particularly in pulses and oilseeds.

A five-day training programme on Cow-Based Natural Farming concluded in Rajnandgaon, focusing on Panchgavya-based bio-inputs, soil health improvement, crop nutrition and eco-friendly farming methods. Organised by Maharshi Vagbhatt Cow Conservation and Research Institute, the programme highlighted sustainable, low-cost agriculture while addressing the harmful effects of chemical farming on environment and human health.

The state government’s paddy procurement policy is reinforcing farmers’ confidence in public institutions across Rajnandgaon. With assured purchases at Minimum Support Price, time-bound payments, and transparent digital processes, cultivators are benefiting directly, enabling smoother preparation for subsequent crops and strengthening the rural economy.

Reaffirming its commitment to farmers, the state government has accelerated paddy procurement under the Kharif Marketing Year 2025–26, with over 23.48 lakh farmers already selling their produce and payments exceeding ₹29,597 crore. With daily procurement touching 3 lakh metric tonnes, authorities plan to issue more than 70,000 tokens in the next three days to facilitate further sales.

Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav reviewed paddy procurement operations with agriculture officials, patwaris, society managers and data operators, directing faster lifting of paddy, strict action against illegal transport by middlemen, and improved storage arrangements at procurement centres. He emphasized resolving AgriStack portal issues related to farmer registration and land record corrections to ensure smooth procurement and timely support to farmers.

In a powerful sign of transformation in Naxal-affected Bastar, Sukma farmer Koyna Baghel purchased a tractor after selling 50 quintals of paddy, with payment credited within 48 hours. The story reflects Chhattisgarh’s evolving rural economy under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s governance and farm reforms.

Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav has directed officials to ensure hassle-free paddy procurement for farmers, warning of strict action against negligence, irregularities and illegal transportation by middlemen.

Divisional Commissioner Satyanarayan Rathore conducted a surprise inspection of the Patekohra inter-state checkpost, seizing a truck carrying illegally transported paddy, and reviewed facilities and procurement processes at the Lalutola paddy procurement centre.

To ensure smooth paddy procurement, the Rajnandgaon administration has fast-tracked acreage corrections on the Integrated Farmer Portal, resolving technical issues of nearly 150 farmers and enabling uninterrupted paddy sales under the Kharif 2025–26 drive.