crop contingency plans

ICAR and state agriculture agencies are stepping up preparations for El Niño conditions. Here is why farmers are being asked to focus on water, soil, crop choices and local contingency…

States are activating contingency plans as concerns grow over a weaker monsoon and its potential impact on Kharif crops across India.

The Centre has activated contingency plans, seed reserves, and state-level crop strategies as concerns grow over a weak monsoon and El Niño conditions.