New Seed, Pesticide Laws Coming to Protect Farmers from Substandard Products: Chouhan
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CNBC TV18•31-01-2026, 21:49
New Seed, Pesticide Laws Coming to Protect Farmers from Substandard Products: Chouhan
- •Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced new laws for seeds and pesticides to protect farmers from spurious products.
- •The Seed Act and Pesticide Act aim to impose heavy fines and punishments for suppliers of substandard agricultural inputs.
- •Chouhan emphasized strict action against those forcing farmers to buy specific products with fertilizers and highlighted support for agricultural research.
- •A national 'krishi chintan shivir' will be held in New Delhi to incorporate farmers' suggestions into agricultural policies.
- •Chouhan also criticized the Congress for opposing the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, calling it beneficial for the poor.
Why It Matters: New laws are being introduced to safeguard farmers from fake seeds and pesticides, ensuring fair practices.
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