The New Indian Express ·
Centre to hold nationwide farmer consultation on new Seed Act on September 10
NEW DELHI: The Government of India is preparing to introduce a new and stringent Seed Act aimed at protecting farmers from losses caused by fake and substandard seeds. As part of the initiative, Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will consult representatives of various farmers’ organisations on September 10.
“The proposed legislation is part of the Modi government’s efforts to realise Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a prosperous and self-reliant farming community,” Chouhan said.
Before finalising the proposed legislation, he will hold a high-level consultation with senior leaders of major farmer organisations from across the country on September 10 at 4 pm at Krishi Bhawan in New Delhi.
