Tobacco auctions in AP slow on excess Karnataka crop

(The Hindu) Tobacco auctions in Andhra Pradesh are proceeding at a snail's pace this season, with only 20 million kg sold on the floors till date at an average price of Rs 116.21 a kg, worrying farmers of the State.
This is despite farmers sticking to the authorised crop size this season. Against the authorised crop size of 174 million kg, the actual production in the State may be lower than 170 million kg.
Heavy rains damaged the crop in many districts and hit production. However, fortunately, the quality of leaf was not affected, and the production of bright grades is more than usual. Continued

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