Topic: Sesame
Sesame, the super seed that got the highest MSP jump from Modi govt
The MSP of sesame was raised to Rs 7,307/quintal from Rs 6,855/quintal. ThePrint looks at the production, output, and export of the oilseed crop that got the highest absolute hike in MSP.
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