A new crop pattern is being worked out for the state of Telangana. The crops will be grown as per demand and according to the soil pattern in the districts. District wise mapping of the crops is being done and it will be given to the farmers soon.
Farmers deviating from the crop pattern suggested by the Government will not get the Rythu Bandhu scheme help.
CM is again holding a meeting here soonat Pragathi Bhavan to work out the modalities of he crop pattern for the state in a detailed manner. It is only then they would get demand for the produce. Identify crops, that would get higher yields, more marketing opportunities, good income and less laborious. Identify crops that would generate more income. Suggest these crops to farmers. Decided on which farmer should go in for which crop and make them cultivate it.
Ground Nut, Red Gram, Oil Palm have demand in the market. Identify other such crops. Decided to what extent of land can be used to grow these crops. There is a scarcity of fruits and vegetables in the State.
Study on what percentage these can be cultivated. Study scientifically whether fish farming can be taken up extensively in the State, as there is an increase in water availability. Should the use of fertilisers be like the way it is now? Is there any need for change? Examine these issues. Complete the entire study and by May 5 submit a report,” the CM instructed.
