Agriculture & Rural Issues

Agricultural authorities have expressed concern over increasing stubble burning incidents in Khammam. Awareness campaigns are being conducted to encourage eco-friendly farming practices and protect soil fertility.

Government officials have directed departments to accelerate pending irrigation projects, including the Sitarama Lift Irrigation Scheme. The projects are expected to improve water availability and strengthen agricultural growth in the district.

The newly inaugurated Manchukonda Lift Irrigation Project is expected to provide irrigation water to thousands of acres in Khammam district. The project aims to improve agricultural productivity and ensure reliable water supply for farmers.

Farmers in Khammam staged protests demanding the immediate release of irrigation water, stating that maize crops were drying up due to irregular water supply. The issue has become a major concern for the agricultural community in the district.

Maize farmers across Khammam district are urging authorities to establish additional procurement centers to handle the increasing maize production. Farmers say that limited procurement facilities are causing long waiting times, transportation difficulties, and delays in selling their produce. They are requesting improved market access and timely procurement support to ensure fair prices and reduce post-harvest losses.

Unseasonal rainfall across several villages in Khammam district has caused significant damage to standing paddy and maize crops. Farmers are concerned about reduced yields and financial losses as waterlogging and strong winds affected agricultural fields. Many farmers have urged the government to assess the damage and provide compensation at the earliest.

The Sitarama Irrigation Project works are progressing rapidly in Khammam district. Farmers are hopeful that the project will improve water availability for agricultural lands, increase crop productivity, and support rural livelihoods. Officials are focusing on completing key irrigation infrastructure to benefit thousands of farming families.