Samba paddy harvest boosts prices of premium varieties
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Chennai: As the samba paddy harvest gathers pace across the southern districts of Tamil Nadu, the open market has witnessed a sharp rise in the sale and prices of finer and superfine paddy varieties, offering farmers better returns than last year.
Market participants say prices of premium varieties have increased by up to 30 per cent, driven largely by reduced inflows from neighbouring states and steady consumer demand. Samba paddy cultivation, typically undertaken between September and January, is now entering its peak harvest phase.
With arrivals increasing in mandis, trading activity has intensified, particularly for finer and superfine varieties that are preferred by rice millers for their superior milling recovery and strong market acceptance. These varieties continue to command higher prices compared to coarse grades.
