Stock of about 502 lakh tonnes of food grains in the central pool
13-Mar-2025 01:48 PM
This data indicates that the central food grain stock is relatively stable, with an increase in rice stocks but a notable decline in wheat stocks. Key takeaways include:
- Rice Stock Increase: A rise in rice stock due to strong custom milling of Kharif paddy.
- Wheat Stock Decrease: Significant depletion of wheat, likely due to high demand and no incoming supply.
- Comparison with Previous Years: Stocks are higher than in 2023 and 2024, showing an improving trend.
- Upcoming Wheat Procurement: With the new wheat harvest arriving, procurement will soon pick up, particularly from major wheat-producing states.
- Government Procurement Target: The aim to procure 310 lakh tonnes aligns with an all-time high estimated domestic wheat production of 1154.30 lakh tonnes.