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-The Economic Times blog&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&amp;rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Farm Inputs&lt;br /&gt;
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In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&amp;lsquo;Farmers&amp;rsquo; ire not about loans alone&amp;rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.&lt;br /&gt;
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These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Farm Inputs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&amp;lsquo;Farmers&amp;rsquo; ire not about loans alone&amp;rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&amp;rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&amp;lsquo;Farmers&amp;rsquo; ire not about loans alone&amp;rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.&lt;br /&gt;
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These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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-The Economic Times blog&lt;br /&gt;
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Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&amp;rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Farm Inputs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&amp;lsquo;Farmers&amp;rsquo; ire not about loans alone&amp;rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.&lt;br /&gt;
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These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Please &lt;a href=&quot;http://blogs.economictimes.indiatimes.com/et-commentary/waiving-farm-loans-is-not-only-bad-for-the-economy-but-also-detrimental-to-interests-of-the-farmer/&quot;&gt;click here&lt;/a&gt; to read more. &lt;br /&gt;
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-The Economic Times blog&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&amp;rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Farm Inputs&lt;br /&gt;
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These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Farm Inputs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&amp;lsquo;Farmers&amp;rsquo; ire not about loans alone&amp;rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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                <div align="justify">-The Economic Times blog<br /><br />Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.<br /><br />Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.<br /><br />After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.<br /><br />On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.<br /><br />Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.<br /><br /><em>Farm Inputs<br /></em><br />In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&lsquo;Farmers&rsquo; ire not about loans alone&rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.<br /></div><div align="justify">&nbsp;</div><div align="justify"><img src="https://im4change.in/siteadmin/tinymce/uploaded/MSP table.jpg" alt="MSP table" width="333" height="482" /> <br /></div><div align="justify">&nbsp;</div><div align="justify">These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.<br /><br />An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.<br /><br />It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.<br /><br />Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.<br /><br />Please <a href="http://blogs.economictimes.indiatimes.com/et-commentary/waiving-farm-loans-is-not-only-bad-for-the-economy-but-also-detrimental-to-interests-of-the-farmer/" title="http://blogs.economictimes.indiatimes.com/et-commentary/waiving-farm-loans-is-not-only-bad-for-the-economy-but-also-detrimental-to-interests-of-the-farmer/">click here</a> to read more. <br /></div>               </font>
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-The Economic Times blog<br />
<br />
Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.<br />
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Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.<br />
<br />
After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.<br />
<br />
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.<br />
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Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.<br />
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<em>Farm Inputs<br />
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An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.<br />
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Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.<br />
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-The Economic Times blog<br />
<br />
Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.<br />
<br />
Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.<br />
<br />
After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.<br />
<br />
On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.<br />
<br />
Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.<br />
<br />
<em>Farm Inputs<br />
</em><br />
In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&lsquo;Farmers&rsquo; ire not about loans alone&rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.<br />
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&nbsp;
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These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.<br />
<br />
An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.<br />
<br />
It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.<br />
<br />
Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.<br />
<br />
Please <a href="http://blogs.economictimes.indiatimes.com/et-commentary/waiving-farm-loans-is-not-only-bad-for-the-economy-but-also-detrimental-to-interests-of-the-farmer/">click here</a> to read more. <br />
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Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some...'
$disp = '<div align="justify">-The Economic Times blog<br /><br />Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading.<br /><br />Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government&rsquo;s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now.<br /><br />After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised.<br /><br />On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation.<br /><br />Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage.<br /><br /><em>Farm Inputs<br /></em><br />In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (&lsquo;Farmers&rsquo; ire not about loans alone&rsquo;, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.<br /></div><div align="justify">&nbsp;</div><div align="justify"><img src="https://im4change.in/siteadmin/tinymce/uploaded/MSP table.jpg" alt="MSP table" width="333" height="482" /> <br /></div><div align="justify">&nbsp;</div><div align="justify">These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture.<br /><br />An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer.<br /><br />It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now.<br /><br />Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods.<br /><br />Please <a href="http://blogs.economictimes.indiatimes.com/et-commentary/waiving-farm-loans-is-not-only-bad-for-the-economy-but-also-detrimental-to-interests-of-the-farmer/" title="http://blogs.economictimes.indiatimes.com/et-commentary/waiving-farm-loans-is-not-only-bad-for-the-economy-but-also-detrimental-to-interests-of-the-farmer/">click here</a> to read more. <br /></div>'
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Waiving farm loans is not only bad for the economy but also detrimental to interests of the farmer -Ram Singh

-The Economic Times blog Farmers, from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south, have started agitations demanding farm loans be waived. The Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra governments have already considered it politically expedient to write them off. Some other states may follow the suit. However, such decisions are as misguided as they are misleading. Nonetheless, it will be a mistake to treat the agitations as a domino effect of the UP government’s decision to waive loans worth Rs 36,359 crore. It is a manifestation of an agrarian crisis that has been in the offing for several years now. After two years of drought-like conditions in Maharashtra and several other parts of the country, the monsoon last year was normal. Farmers responded to the rain and official announcements by increasing the sowing of lentils, oil seeds and coarse cereal, which traditionally used to be in short supply. However, the governments did not keep their end of the bargain. Neither procurement facilities nor remunerative prices were provided as promised. On top of that, due to the cyclical nature of global food prices, imports have become cheap. Consequently, the wholesale prices of lentils have declined drastically. For example, price of tur has declined from Rs 110 per kg in 2015 to less than Rs 40 per kg in 2016. Mandi prices of fruits and vegetables crashed in the aftermath of demonetisation. Farmers could not sell tomatoes even at Rs 1 a kg. More recently, the bountiful production of onions and potatoes has sent their prices literally through the floor. All this has had some dampening effect on the consumer price index (CPI), even though gains to the consumer have been modest due to large number of intermediaries and wastage. Farm Inputs In contrast, the prices of farm inputs have increased sharply. The official estimates reported in this paper (‘Farmers’ ire not about loans alone’, goo.gl/iWiqZu, June 10) suggest that for several widely cultivated crops farmers are suffering substantial losses. In Madhya Pradesh, wheat has fetched a meagre profit of just 2% while paddy inflicted a loss of 15%.     These numbers are not surprising. During the last three years, the minimum support prices (MSP) for most crops have been raised negligibly, especially when compared to the previous three years (see table). The combination of high costs and low MSP have eroded the viability of agriculture. An ongoing study shows that in Haryana, the average rent (price demanded on leased out land) has decreased from about Rs 37,000 per acre per year in 2014 to Rs 24,000 this year. The vagaries of weather and volatility in paddy prices have made the situation worse. Many panchayats failed to rent out their land, even after several attempts. The crisis in agriculture has caused distress to the entire rural economy. However, the waiving of farm loans is not only bad for the economy but is also detrimental to the long-term interests of the farmer. It incentivises even debtors capable of repaying loans to default. Unsurprisingly, the recent waiver announced by the Maharashtra government is expected to cost Rs 30,500 crore, almost four times the loans waived in the 2008-09 scheme of the UPA government. Waiving farm loans was a bad decision then. It is a bad idea even now. Just like the 2008-09 scheme, the latest round cannot improve conditions of farmers. However, it will eat into investments in infrastructure and public goods. Please click here to read more.