Ahead of kharif season, Dharwad Deputy Commissioner warns traders of strict action ‘creating artificial scarcity’

Key points

• In the wake of early showers and the expected onset of monsoon in the first week of June, farmers in Dharwad district have already started pre-sowing activities and on Friday, Deputy Commissioner of Dharwad Snehal R.
• held a videoconference with officials and dealers of seeds and fertilizer and farmer leaders.
• The Deputy Commissioner warned of strict action against traders trying to create artificial scarcity of seeds and fertilizer and those trying to fleece farmers.
• She directed officials to keep a vigil over unfair trade practices and set up vigilance squads and submit regular reports on the availability and related issues.
• She asked them to ensure timely availability of seeds and fertilizer.