Published: June 8, 2026 • 8:20 PM IST · Updated: June 8, 2026 • 8:30 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Flue-Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh have voiced concern over the slow pace of procurement during the ongoing auction season.
They complain that the purchases and prices are significantly lower than last year.
The issue was discussed at a stakeholders' meeting convened by the Tobacco Board in Guntur on Monday, where the officials urged farmers and traders to participate more actively in the auction process.
FCV tobacco procurement in Andhra Pradesh began on March 25, 2026, in the first phase and was expanded on April 9 under the second phase.
Auctions are currently being conducted across all 16 auction platforms in the State.