Balochistan Government Launches Thresher Subsidy Scheme for Wheat Farmers
The Balochistan government has officially launched the Thresher Subsidy Scheme to provide financial relief to small landowners and wheat farmers in the province. This initiative aims to alleviate the economic burden caused by rising fuel prices, which have significantly impacted the agriculture sector during recent regional tensions. Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti announced that subsidy amounts have already been transferred to 3,102 farmers, with an additional 13,128 farmers expected to receive funds within the next two to three days. The distribution process is being conducted in phases to ensure transparency and speed as account verification continues. According to Agriculture Department data, 85,821 farmers are registered, with 74,202 verified. The scheme specifically targets the 68,972 wheat growers, including over 50,000 who own 12.5 acres or less. Subsidies are provided on a per-acre basis to help farmers complete harvesting and threshing on time. Chief Minister Bugti has directed authorities to expedite the process to maximize benefits for deserving farmers and boost provincial agricultural production.
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Balochistan Government Launches Thresher Subsidy Scheme for Wheat Farmers
The Balochistan government has officially launched the Thresher Subsidy Scheme to provide financial relief to small landowners and wheat farmers in the province. This initiative aims to alleviate the economic burden caused by rising fuel prices, which have significantly impacted the agriculture sector during recent regional tensions. Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti announced that subsidy amounts have already been transferred to 3,102 farmers, with an additional 13,128 farmers expected to receive funds within the next two to three days. The distribution process is being conducted in phases to ensure transparency and speed as account verification continues. According to Agriculture Department data, 85,821 farmers are registered, with 74,202 verified. The scheme specifically targets the 68,972 wheat growers, including over 50,000 who own 12.5 acres or less. Subsidies are provided on a per-acre basis to help farmers complete harvesting and threshing on time. Chief Minister Bugti has directed authorities to expedite the process to maximize benefits for deserving farmers and boost provincial agricultural production.
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