<h1>Government Approves Higher MSP for Rabi Crops 2023-24; Lentil and Rapeseed Mustard See Biggest Increases.</h1> The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved increased Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Rabi crops for the 2023-24 marketing season. The highest MSP increase is for lentil at Rs.500 per quintal, followed by rapeseed mustard at Rs.400. Wheat, gram, and barley see smaller increases. The MSP aims to provide fair remuneration, aligning with a policy to set MSP at 1.5 times the cost of production. The government emphasizes increasing oilseed and pulse production, with a focus on technology and innovation in agriculture through initiatives like the Digital Agriculture Mission and promoting smart farming.