Thu Dec 04 15:40:52 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Karnataka government has authorized poultry feed manufacturers to buy maize directly from farmers at Minimum Support Price (MSP) rates for the 2025-26 kharif season. This decision aims to improve farmers’ income, reduce reliance on intermediaries, and allows for parallel procurement alongside the Karnataka State Co-operative Marketing Federation (KSCMF). The Karnataka Poultry Farmers and Breeders Association (KPFBA) will begin by purchasing 5,000 tonnes with a 20% advance payment, ensuring maize meets MSP quality standards (moisture content not exceeding 12%).

News Article:

Karnataka Allows Direct Maize Purchase from Farmers by Poultry Feed Industry

Bengaluru, December 4, 2025 – The Karnataka government has given the green light for poultry feed manufacturers to directly purchase maize from farmers at Minimum Support Price (MSP) rates during the 2025-26 kharif season. A government order issued Thursday aims to boost farmers’ income by cutting out intermediaries and ensuring better price realization for their produce.

The decision, prompted by a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, calls on industry representatives to procure an estimated five lakh tonnes of maize. The Karnataka Poultry Farmers and Breeders Association (KPFBA) has pledged to initiate the process with a purchase of 5,000 tonnes, offering a 20% advance payment to farmers.

The maize procurement will adhere to MSP quality standards, with a key requirement that moisture content does not exceed 12% for poultry feed suitability. While the Karnataka State Co-operative Marketing Federation (KSCMF) was previously tasked with procuring maize for distilleries, this new directive allows for parallel procurement by feed manufacturers, ultimately benefiting farmers. The government stated the measure is in the best interest of the agricultural community.

Read More