Karnataka seeks federal support for mango farmers

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has requested federal intervention to address a price crisis impacting mango farmers, urging a price support scheme. He seeks to stabilize prices and prevent financial strain on growers. Siddaramaiah appealed to the Union Agriculture Minister to implement a Price Deficiency Payment Scheme for mangoes, citing a price crash during peak harvest. This follows a ban on Karnataka mangoes in Andhra Pradesh's Chittoor district. The dispute stems from a ban on Karnataka mangoes and falling prices, with farmers facing losses as cultivation costs exceed current market rates. The state is seeking to protect its farmers.