https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=40735 Zone-wise paddy cultivation is mandated to stagger sowing across three district zones, reduce groundwater depletion, and ease seasonal electricity demand. The scheme pairs phased sowing dates with resource measures: proposed restriction of a high-water paddy variety, guaranteed minimum hours of agricultural power (with night supply where canal water exists), and restoration of canals and water courses to improve irrigation reach. Market measures promote crop diversification and MSP support for alternative crops alongside expansion of basmati production to sustain farmer incomes and reduce water use. en-us Sat, 12 Apr 2025 18:46:03 +0530 Sat, 12 Apr 2025 18:46:03 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=40735 Zone-wise paddy cultivation is mandated to stagger sowing across three district zones, reduce groundwater depletion, and ease seasonal electricity demand. The scheme pairs phased sowing dates with resource measures: proposed restriction of a high-water paddy variety, guaranteed minimum hours of agricultural power (with night supply where canal water exists), and restoration of canals and water courses to improve irrigation reach. Market measures promote crop diversification and MSP support for alternative crops alongside expansion of basmati production to sustain farmer incomes and reduce water use. News - Sat, 12 Apr 2025 18:46:03 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=40735