Punjab Cabinet reviewed the progress of paddy procurement in the state in the current season, which began on October 1, 2017 and will end on December 15, 2017. The cabinet expressed satisfaction over the procurement process. Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh, was informed that as of November 26, 2017, 174 lakh MT paddy had been procured by the five state procurement agencies viz Pungrain, Markfed, Punsup, PSWC, PAFC and FCI, selected for procurement on MSP as per specification laid down by the central government. The Centre has fixed Rs 1550 for common variety and Rs 1590 for A grade paddy per quintal as minimum support price during Kharif Marketing Season 2017-18.