Dhar (Madhya Pradesh): Dhar district currently has 28,200 metric tons of fertilizer stored in 94 cooperative societies, but farmers have collected only 2k tons so far. District Cooperative Central Bank CEO KK Raikwar urged farmers to secure their fertilizer needs for Kharif crops in advance.
With monsoon season approaching, demand will soon spike significantly. Early collection by farmers will prevent supply problems during peak season and create storage space for additional stock in cooperative godowns.
‘When farmers collect their required fertilizer early, it creates a win-win situation,’ explains Raikwar. ‘Cooperatives can replenish supplies and farmers avoid shortages when everyone rushes to buy at once.’ The bank has directed all cooperative institutions in Dhar district to raise awareness through poster campaigns in their operational areas. Staff members are visiting villages to explain the benefits of advance collection to local farmers.
Agricultural Department field officers have also been asked to encourage farmers in their regions to collect fertilizer from cooperative storage facilities promptly.
This proactive approach aims to ensure smooth fertilizer distribution throughout the growing season. Officials note that early preparation helps both individual farmers and the agricultural community as a whole by preventing last-minute scramble for essential crop inputs.
The cooperative societies are fully stocked and ready to serve farmers who wish to secure their fertilizer supplies before seasonal rush begins.
