# Samyukta Kisan Morcha Submits Procurement Demands to Punjab Government

The Punjab and Haryana chapters of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) plan to submit formal memoranda to the Punjab government on September 25, 2026, addressing critical procurement and supply chain issues affecting the agricultural sector. Key demands include raising the permissible moisture limit for paddy procurement, restricting moisture testing equipment usage to government agencies, ensuring timely fertiliser supply, and providing financial assistance for stubble management. These actions underscore ongoing challenges in agricultural input availability and procurement processes that impact farmers and government agencies responsible for procurement and distribution.

- Procurement professionals should anticipate potential policy adjustments regarding paddy moisture standards and procurement testing protocols that may affect contract specifications and quality control measures.
- Fertiliser suppliers and logistics planners need to consider the emphasis on timely delivery and availability to meet government and farmer expectations, potentially influencing supply chain contracts.
- Financial assistance for stubble management may open opportunities for service providers specializing in agricultural waste management and related procurement.
- Government agencies involved in agricultural procurement and subsidy programs should prepare for stakeholder engagement and possible revisions to procurement guidelines in Punjab and Haryana.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Government Entities
- Punjab Government
- Deputy Commissioners of Punjab

### Sources
- [Farmer body to take up fertiliser, paddy procurement issues with govt on September 25 - The Tribune](https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/jalandhar/farmer-body-to-take-up-fertiliser-paddy-procurement-issues-with-govt-on-sept-25) - The Tribune