Ahead of kharif season, Dharwad Deputy Commissioner warns traders of strict action ‘creating artificial scarcity’
Dharwad Deputy Commissioner Snehal R. has warned traders against creating artificial scarcity of seeds and fertilizers ahead of the kharif season. She emphasized the importance of ensuring the availability of quality agricultural inputs and directed officials to monitor trade practices closely. Farmers have been reassured that sufficient supplies are available and urged to report any issues immediately.
- ▪The Deputy Commissioner held a videoconference with officials and farmer leaders regarding seed and fertilizer availability.
- ▪She warned of strict action against traders creating artificial scarcity or overcharging farmers.
- ▪A sowing target of 2,82,677 hectares has been set for the kharif season, with sufficient supplies confirmed in the district.
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In the wake of early showers and the expected onset of monsoon in the first week of June, farmers in Dharwad district have already started pre-sowing activities and on Friday, Deputy Commissioner of Dharwad Snehal R. held a videoconference with officials and dealers of seeds and fertilizer and farmer leaders.The Deputy Commissioner warned of strict action against traders trying to create artificial scarcity of seeds and fertilizer and those trying to fleece farmers.She directed officials to keep a vigil over unfair trade practices and set up vigilance squads and submit regular reports on the availability and related issues.
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