Farmers Exploitation in Agricultural Produce Market Committees
Farmers Exploitation in Agricultural Produce Market Committees – Government Letter Highlights the Issue Farmers Exploitation in Agricultural Produce Market Committees Date: 2 January 2026 A serious issue regarding the exploitation of farmers by traders in Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) has once again come to light. The Maharashtra Government has officially taken note of complaints related to unfair trade practices occurring within market committees. What Is the Issue? Farmers are reportedly being cheated through unfair weighing practices, manipulation of rates, delayed payments, and violations of market regulations. These practices directly harm small and marginal farmers who depend on APMCs for fair price realization. Based on a written complaint, the government has instructed concerned authorities to take necessary action under the provisions of the Maharashtra Agricultural Produce Marketing (Development and Reg...