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Centre Raises Wheat Procurement Target to 345 LMT

  • 25 Apr 2026

On 24th April 2026, the Centre increased wheat procurement target to 345 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) amid concerns over weather-related crop impact.

Key Points

  • Revised Target:
    • Increased from 300 LMT to 345 LMT.
    • Decision taken after requests from states.
  • Reason for Increase:
    • Impact of heatwaves, unseasonal rain, and hailstorms.
    • Concerns over lower wheat production.
  • Procurement Status:
    • 164 LMT wheat already procured.
    • Reflects ongoing rabi procurement progress.
  • State-wise Changes:
    • Madhya Pradesh: 78 → 100 LMT.
    • Uttar Pradesh: 10 → 25 LMT.
    • Bihar: 0.18 → 1.8 LMT.
    • Rajasthan: 21 → 25 LMT.
    • Punjab & Haryana: unchanged.
  • New Measures:
    • QR codes to be introduced on wheat bags.
    • Aims to track movement and reduce corruption.
  • Policy Support:
    • Relaxation in grain specifications for farmers.
    • Procurement resumed from Delhi after 4 years.
  • Historical Context:
    • Similar situation in 2021-22 due to early heatwave.
    • Procurement has steadily increased in recent years.