Punjab rice mills struggle with storage as old stocks pile up amid new harvest

Rice mills across Punjab are grappling with a storage crisis as the new harvest arrives while substantial quantities of old stock remain unsold. The mills lack adequate space to accommodate incoming paddy, creating a operational bottleneck.

The situation has emerged as a significant challenge for mill operators who are caught between managing existing inventory and processing freshly harvested grain. The shortage of storage capacity is forcing mills to operate at reduced efficiency during what is typically a busy procurement season.