Steps likely to safeguard FCV tobacco farmers

New Delhi: The ministry of commerce and industry on Sunday said the government is examining appropriate measures to protect the interests of flue treatment Virginia (FCV) tobacco farmers after a team from the ministry visited Andhra Pradesh on July 25 to review the market situation.

During the visit, discussions were held on exploring long-term measures to protect the interests of FCV tobacco producers and ensure stability in the industry.

“Additional secretary Nitin Kumar Yadav assured the growers that the government is closely monitoring the evolving market situation… the government is actively examining appropriate measures to protect the interests of FCV tobacco farmers,” the ministry said.