New Delhi, July 21 -- Pointing to hardships in securing crop loans ahead of the cultivation season, a section of farmers in Erode has urged the State Government to withdraw the order requiring the use of credit scores for granting agricultural loans.

Members of the Keel Bhavani Murai Neer Pasana Vivasayigal Kootamaippu and the Keel Bhavani Ayacut Nila Urimaiyalargal Sangam submitted a petition to Minister for Housing, Prohibition, and Excise, S. Muthusamy, at his office on July 18, reportedThe Hindu.

The petition pointed out that farmers are already struggling due to poor pricing for their produce and erratic weather conditions. While low-interest and interest-free farm loans have helped reduce financial burden, a recent circular from t...