Paddy procurement is an important part of the farming season in Andhra Pradesh. Farmers often need to visit government centres and complete several steps before selling their crops.
To make the process easier, the Andhra Pradesh Government has introduced a new self-scheduling facility through the APAIMS Farmer App. Farmers can now choose their preferred date and time to sell their paddy using their mobile phones.
The facility is available to farmers registered for the Kharif 2026-27 season. They can schedule the sale of their entire crop or sell it in smaller amounts. A valid Farmer ID is mandatory for procurement.
Agriculture Director Dr. Manazir Jeelani Samoon said the new facility would allow farmers to book their sales without visiting Rythu Seva Kendras.
The government has set a procurement target of 37 lakh metric tonnes for this season. The Minimum Support Price is ₹2,461 per quintal for Grade-A paddy and ₹2,441 for common varieties.
