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Kerala considers state-run paddy processing to end monopoly

Published Monday, June 22, 2026 · Updated June 22

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  • Government's Plan to End Monopoly — 1 source

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The Kerala government is considering establishing state-run paddy processing centers under Supplyco to eliminate the monopoly of private millers. This move aims to address issues such as delayed payments to farmers and quality complaints associated with the current procurement system.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Kerala's Food and Civil Supplies Minister G.R. Anil announced that the government is considering establishing paddy processing centers under Supplyco.
  • The initiative aims to end the monopoly of private millers in paddy procurement.
  • The government plans to set up at least one processing center in each paddy-producing district.
  • The current system, where private millers process Supplyco's procured paddy, has led to issues like delayed payments and quality complaints.
  • Supplyco currently owes farmers ₹280 crore for paddy procured in the previous season.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Government's Plan to End Monopoly
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu reports on the Kerala government's proposal, announced by Minister G.R. Anil, to establish state-run paddy processing centers under Supplyco in each paddy-producing district to break the monopoly of private millers and address issues like delayed farmer payments.

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