Prices of pulses stay below MSP

MANDI PRICES FOR pulses and oilseeds continue to trade below the minimum support price (MSP) as kharif crop arrivals pick up across key markets, traders said.

- SANDIP DAS

Prices of major pulses varieties—including tur, urad, chana, and masoor—are currently 8—18% below MSP, while oilseeds such as soybean and groundnut are 21-30% below the benchmark prices. Prices remain well below the benchmark despite officia