Resentment is brewing among farmers of Ganjam district over delay in paddy procurement for the current kharif season. Though 400 mandis have been opened across the district since December 21, purchase of paddy is yet to start in several blocks.Simanchal Nahak of Rushikulya Ryot Mahasabha alleged that due to delay in paddy procurement, farmers of the district have resorted to distress sale and Andhra Pradesh-based traders are purchasing the produce from their doorstep with payment of cash.