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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay expanded the state's crop loan waiver scheme, raising the full waiver limit from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000 for cooperative bank loans. The revised package will benefit 14.43 lakh farmers at an estimated cost of Rs 5,932 crore

Narendra Modi said farmers are the backbone of India's food security and prosperity, highlighting government initiatives such as PM-Kisan, Fasal Bima Yojana, Kisan Credit Card and PM-KUSUM aimed at boosting incomes, reducing costs and improving agricultural productivity

Farmers' organisations say monkey and wild animal attacks remain a major obstacle to crop diversification in Telangana. While commercial and horticultural crops offer opportunities, recurring crop damage and the high cost of solar fencing continue to push cultivators towards paddy cultivation.

Cash shortages in several rural bank branches across Telangana have led to limits on withdrawals, causing difficulties for farmers during the sowing season. Many farmers depend on cash for labour and farm-related expenses and are unable to fully use digital payment systems.

Farmers in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district staged protests over delays in paddy procurement, citing shortages of staff, transport and storage facilities. While farmers blocked a road in Namile village, others in Dubbaka set paddy sacks on fire in protest.

Farmers in Laggama village of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district set their paddy produce on fire protesting delays in procurement and alleged quality deductions. Police and officials intervened, promising to expedite procurement and resolve transportation issues at the earliest.

Farmers blocked the Adilabad-Mancherial road at Birsaipet village demanding immediate maize procurement, citing storage issues and financial losses. Meanwhile, BRS cadres staged protests in Chennur and Bheemaram over delays in paddy procurement and criticised the Telangana government’s handling of the issue.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao demanded that the State Cabinet prioritise the agrarian crisis and paddy procurement delays. Alleging severe hardship faced by farmers, he warned of statewide protests if the Congress government failed to announce immediate corrective measures.

Farmers rushed jowar produce to Adilabad market yard amid suspension of procurement due to shortages of gunny bags, transport and storage facilities. The sudden influx caused traffic congestion as officials assured procurement would resume from Thursday.

Farmers in the villages near Nirmal-Mancherial route gather and protested on the road, causing traffic. They demanded the government address the inconvenience caused due to the gunny bag shortage.

Farmers and BRS leaders staged protests in Nizamabad and Nalgonda against alleged deductions in paddy procurement and delays in purchase. Former minister V. Prashanth Reddy criticised the government’s response, demanding fair pricing, better procurement systems and improved transport arrangements.

Revenue officials said applications seeking compensation for families of four farmers killed in shed-collapse incidents in Luxettipet mandal would soon be forwarded to the Telangana government. The victims’ kin sought Rs 50 lakh compensation amid protests over unsafe procurement centres.

Four farmers died and six were injured after a tin-roof shed collapsed during unseasonal rains and strong winds in Mancherial district, Telangana, while they were protecting paddy, prompting calls for government relief and improved procurement and safety measures

Farmers in Nirmal and Adilabad districts are facing crop losses allegedly due to electric short-circuits affecting maize and jowar fields. While farmers seek compensation and insurance, power officials deny negligence, citing alternative causes and ongoing safety measures.

In Karimnagar, farmers drying paddy on roads despite warnings cause accidents and traffic hazards. Police issue notices and counsel violators. Lack of drying space and procurement delays force farmers onto roads, highlighting infrastructure gaps and rising crop production challenges

Farmers in Nizamabad district are protesting low prices for fodder jowar, alleging trader syndicates are forcing down rates. MLAs raised the issue in the Assembly, demanding government intervention and a bonus to ensure remunerative prices.

Farmers in Telangana are installing wooden perches in paddy fields to attract birds that feed on crop pests. The practice, encouraged by agriculture officials and highlighted in a viral farming vlog, could reduce pesticide use and promote eco-friendly farming.

Despite the launch of a fertiliser booking app to ease urea distribution, farmers continue to face hardships due to smartphone dependence, OTP delays and limited stocks, with tenant farmers struggling the most due to absentee landowners.

Telugu Rythubadi will organise AgriShow-2026 at NTR Stadium, Hyderabad, from February 20 to 22, showcasing modern agricultural technologies from 500 national and international organisations to help farmers adopt innovative practices.

Panic gripped Veerdhandi village in Koutala mandal after a crocodile was sighted on the banks of the Wardha river on Monday. Farmers halted agricultural activities and urged officials to prevent any risk to human life.