The Centre has procured 3.6 million tonne of wheat from Uttar Pradesh for the 2017-18 marketing year (Apr-Mar), a whopping 347% higher than the previous year. Wheat procurement has almost ended in all states, barring Rajasthan, where the government has extended the purchases till Jun 30. Overall, the Centre has purchased 30.6 million tonne wheat across the country, up 33.5% from a year ago.