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As of November 20, a quantum of 3,49,061 tonnes of paddy has been procured, which is the highest among the last three seasons, says official

Andhra Pradesh has recorded a sharp rise in paddy procurement during the current kharif (2025-26) season, with 3,49,061 tonnes procured as on November 20, 2025, the highest among the last three seasons.

The officials attribute the “remarkable rise” in paddy procurement to improved administrative efficiency, timely MSP payments, and growing farmer confidence in the State’s procurement system.

According to information, 49,473 farmers have already benefited this season, with payments amounting to ₹827.84 crore being cleared.

In comparison, during the corresponding period of kharif 2023–24, the procurement stood at 2,40,781 MTs, covering 32,207 farmers with total payments of ₹.554.04 crore. The Kharif 2022–23 season logged 90,541 MTs, benefiting only 12,717 farmers.

The district-wise data indicates that East Godavari, Konaseema, and Krishna are leading the procurement drive, with several districts reflecting sharp increases both in quantity procured and value paid to farmers.

Konaseema district reported over 56,885 MTs, while East Godavari clocked 95,885 MTs. Eluru district showed a substantial jump across seasons, with procurement rising from 39,105 MTs (2023–24) to over 54,564 MTs this year. Krishna district reported over 50,821 MTs.

Source : thehindu