Government Procurement of Wheat Begins in MP, Rajasthan, and UP
24-Mar-2025 04:19 PM
Government Procurement of Wheat Begins in MP, Rajasthan, and UP
New Delhi – The Food Corporation of India (FCI), in collaboration with state agencies, has begun wheat procurement in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. As of March 22, 2025, total wheat procurement reached 52,197 tonnes, a significant increase from 4,305 tonnes during the same period last year.
State-Wise Wheat Procurement (Till March 22, 2025)
| State | Procurement in 2024 (Tonnes) | Procurement in 2023 (Tonnes) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madhya Pradesh | 49,394 | 3,848 | +45,546 |
| Rajasthan | 2,792 | 457 | +2,335 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 11 | 0 | +11 |
Gujarat is also expected to receive new wheat stock soon.
MSP & Bonus Announcements
New MSP for wheat: ₹2,425 per quintal (↑ ₹150 from last year).
State-wise bonus incentives:
Madhya Pradesh: ₹175 per quintal → Effective price: ₹2,600 per quintal ✅
Rajasthan: ₹125 per quintal → Effective price: ₹2,550 per quintal ✅
Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Bihar: Only MSP ₹2,425 per quintal
Market Trends & Outlook
📉 Price Softening in MP: Likely to increase government procurement.
📈 Higher Commercial Purchase in UP: Traders may become more active.
🚜 Early Harvesting: Wheat harvesting has begun in some regions, with more arrivals expected soon.