Govt. announces floor price for paddy purchases

2026-02-16 - 10:40

The government has officially announced the minimum prices at which the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) will purchase paddy from farmers. Speaking at a media briefing held at the Department of Government Information, Chairman of the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) – Manjula Pinnalanda said the following prices will be applicable for the 2025/2026 Maha season : Nadu paddy at Rs. 120 per kg Samba paddy at Rs. 130 per kg Keeri Samba paddy at Rs. 140 per kg The Chairman further stated that Rs. 10 billion has been allocated for paddy procurement during this season.