Rayalaseema Farmers Face Distress Despite Bumper Crops: Who's Accountable?

Farmers in Rayalaseema are caught in a paradox; they fear bumper crops more than drought. This fear stems from a dire lack of cold storage facilities and effective market linkages, forcing many into distress sales to exploitative middlemen.

Despite the promise of a ₹1-lakh-crore horticulture hub aimed at alleviating these issues, farmers remain skeptical. They question whether this initiative will truly address the systemic problems that lead to their financial ruin.

What assurances do the government and officials have for these farmers? What concrete steps are being taken to ensure fair pricing and reliable storage? As reported by The Hindu, without accountability and support, the plight of these farmers may only worsen, leaving them at the mercy of market forces they cannot control.

Source: The Hindu