Kathmandu. The government has taken a historic step by addressing the long-standing demand of farmers. The government has issued the 'Minimum Support Price and Minimum Purchase Price Determination Directive, 2082'. With this new system, the price of major food grains and industrial crops will now be determined before planting or harvesting. This will ensure a minimum profit for farmers in a timely manner.This directive, issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment, provides for the determination of prices for major food grain crops (paddy, maize, wheat, millet) and industrial crops (sugarcane) by considering production costs, transportation expenses, and ensuring...