<h1>Government Wheat Procurement Hits Near-Target with Record Crop, Supporting 2.27 Million Farmers at Minimum Support Price</h1> The government has procured over 290 lakh tons of wheat this year, potentially reaching 320-325 lakh tons against a target of 312 lakh tons. The record wheat crop is estimated at 115.3 million tonnes. Major wheat-procuring states have increased procurement compared to last year. Minimum support price payments of approximately Rs 62,346 crore have benefited 2.27 million farmers. Export decisions will be considered after assessing final stock levels.