Maize Procurement Begins at ₹2225 MSP with Bonus – Farmers Must Register Online

Key Highlights:

• Maize procurement started at ₹2225 MSP from June 15.

• Bonus of ₹40–₹60/quintal for Chhattisgarh farmers.

• Registration required on fcs.up.gov.in or UP Kisan Mitra app.

• Maize will be bought till July 31 at designated centers.

• OTP-based registration and Aadhaar-linked payment system.

The government has begun maize procurement at ₹2,225 per quintal under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme for the Rabi season 2025, offering a major opportunity for maize-producing farmers in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. The initiative aims to promote ethanol production while ensuring fair prices for farmers.

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Procurement started from June 15 and runs till July 31

Under the Yogi Government in Uttar Pradesh, maize procurement has officially started from June 15, 2025, and will continue till July 31, 2025. The maize will be bought at designated government procurement centers between 9 am and 6 pm daily.

In Chhattisgarh, Maa Danteshwari Maize Processing and Marketing Cooperative Society Limited in Kondagaon district is purchasing maize to produce ethanol. Procurement here will take place Monday to Friday at the Kokodi ethanol plant.

Farmers to Get MSP + Bonus in Chhattisgarh

While the MSP of maize is ₹2,225 per quintal, Chhattisgarh farmers will also receive an additional bonus depending on their development block:

• ₹40 per quintal for Kondagaon and Makdi

• ₹50 per quintal for Farasgaon

• ₹60 per quintal for Keshkal and Baderajpur

Where Will Maize Be Procured in Uttar Pradesh?

Farmers in the following maize-producing districts of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for MSP procurement:

Bulandshahr, Badaun, Aligarh, Etah, Kasganj, Firozabad, Hathras, Mainpuri, Hardoi, Unnao, Kanpur Nagar, Oraiyya, Kannauj, Etawah, Farrukhabad, Bahraich, Ballia, Gonda, Sambhal, Rampur, Ayodhya, and Mirzapur.

Only registered farmers can sell their maize at government centers. UP farmers must register online at fcs.up.gov.in or through the 'UP Kisan Mitra' mobile app.

Token Distribution and Purchase Limits

In Chhattisgarh, token distribution began on June 19, 2025, from 10 am to 5 pm. Tokens are issued at LAMPS (Primitive Tribe Service Cooperative Societies) in:

Kondagaon, Dahikonga, Makdi, Amravati, Farasgaon, Badedogar, Keshkal, Dhanora, Baderajpur, and Salna.

Each farmer can sell up to 10 quintals per acre. There is no such limit for Uttar Pradesh farmers.

Mandatory Documents and Registration Process

Farmers must register and obtain a token from their local LAMPS or online portal to sell maize at MSP and receive the bonus. Required documents include:

• Aadhaar Card

• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar linked)

• Loan Book

• Share Certificate or Purchase Receipt

Registration is OTP-based, meaning farmers must use a valid mobile number to receive an OTP and complete their application.

Sale Guidelines and Quality Standards

Maize will only be purchased from registered farmers and must meet quality norms:

• Minimum 58% starch content

• Maximum 14% moisture

• Black maize content not exceeding 1.3%

• Sold in 50 kg gunny bags

Payment Process within 7 Working Days

MSP payments will be made directly to the farmer’s Aadhaar-linked bank account via the PMFS system within 7 working days of sale. To ensure timely payment:

• Bank accounts must be Aadhaar-seeded and active on the NPCI portal

• Nominee arrangements are available for assistance

How to Get Help?

For more information, farmers can:

• Visit the official district websites

• UP farmers can call Toll-Free Number: 1800-180-150

• Contact the District Food Marketing Officer, Regional Marketing Officer, or Block Marketing Inspector

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CMV360 Says

Farmers are urged to register as early as possible, meet the quality requirements, and take advantage of the ₹2225 MSP plus bonus scheme. This move not only supports fair maize pricing but also helps India advance in ethanol production and clean energy goals.