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Centre hikes MSP for 14 kharif crops moong jumps 61 percent biggest boost for farmers

Economy
Published on 13 May 2026
Centre hikes MSP for 14 kharif crops moong jumps 61 percent biggest boost for farmers

Moong MSP soars by 61 percent

The Centre has raised the MSP for 14 kharif crops, with the sharpest increase for moong at 61 percent. Bajra and maize are up 56 percent, while tur rises 54 percent; other crops are estimated around a 50 percent boost. Paddy MSP increases by Rs 72 per quintal to Rs 2,441 for common variety and Rs 2,461 for Grade A.

  • Moong sees the biggest MSP jump at 61 percent
  • Bajra and maize increases are pegged at 56 percent each
  • Tur is raised by 54 percent and other crops near 50 percent
  • Paddy MSP climbs Rs 72 per quintal for common and Grade A
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