This discussion clarifies whether Section 194Q of the Income Tax Act applies to a dairy company purchasing milk directly from farmers. It confirms that the section is indeed applicable if the annual transaction limit exceeds Rs 50 lakhs, as dairy farming is considered a taxable activity under the Act.
12 August 2023
We have a dairy company and Milk directly purchase from various farmers. 194Q applicable on this transaction if limit exceeds Rs 50 Lacs in a year.