Wheat Procurement at MSP Begins in UP: How to Register Online

Wheat Procurement

Krishi Dunia

• 02 Mar, 2025 12:00 PM IST ,
• Updated Sun, 02 Mar 2025 02:00 PM

The government of Uttar Pradesh has started the procurement of wheat at Minimum Support Price (MSP) from March 1, 2025. Farmers are advised to register online to sell their produce at MSP. This time, the process has started 15 days earlier to ensure that farmers receive fair prices for their crops.

Wheat Procurement Till June 15:

• The procurement period will run from March 1 to June 15, 2025.
• MSP has been increased by ₹150, making it ₹2,425 per quintal.
• The payment will be directly transferred to farmers' bank accounts.
• More than 7,000 procurement centers have been set up across the state.

Number of Procurement Centers in Various Districts:

How Can Farmers Register for Wheat Procurement?

Farmers can register online for selling their wheat by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website of the Food Department of UP (fcs.up.gov.in) and complete the registration process.
2. Registration can also be done through Jan Suvidha Kendras, cyber cafes, mobile apps, or procurement center officials.
3. Farmers must bring verified land records (Khatauni), farmer registration certificate, and a photocopy of their Aadhaar card to the procurement center.
4. Payments will be processed through the PFMS portal, ensuring direct transfer to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the farmer.

Government Preparations for Farmers' Convenience:

The UP government has arranged shaded seating, drinking water, and other facilities at procurement centers to prevent inconvenience to farmers. Additionally, digital weighing systems and a streamlined payment process have been introduced to ensure fair procurement and timely payments.

With record wheat production expected this year, MSP procurement offers a great opportunity for farmers to get the best price for their crops. If you are a farmer, register as soon as possible and sell your produce at government procurement centers!