Bangladesh government set to procure Boro directly from farmers (Financial Express)

Financial Express published an article stating that in a major policy shift, the government is planning to purchase Boro harvest directly from the farmers this season to help ensure a fair price for the latter and boost its own stock. The cabinet division recommended that the food ministry take necessary steps to this effect, an official said. IFPRI, in a recent research study suggested direct procurement of paddy from farmers.