New Delhi, April 18 -- In a decision offering substantial relief to farmers, the Centre has formally approved the procurement of potatoes in Uttar Pradesh, alongside chana procurement operations in Andhra Pradesh, and an important extension of the tur (pigeon pea) procurement timeframe in Karnataka.

These decisions, approved by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, are designed to guarantee that farmers receive fair and remunerative prices for their hard-earned produce, a release said.

It said the decisions effectively shield producers from the hardships of distress sales in volatile markets and contribute to overall stability and predictability in the agricultural marketplace, fostering a more secure environment for cultiva...