Below-Normal September Rain Could Put Kharif Crops Under Pressure
India is expected to receive below-normal rainfall in September 2026 after a weak August, raising concerns for cotton, soybean, maize, pulses and soil moisture.
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How Farmers Can Prepare for El Niño Through Better Water and Crop Management
ICAR trained farmers in Telangana on managing El Niño risks through water conservation, soil health, crop planning, livestock care and other farm practices.
Farmers Turn to Alternative Crops as El Niño Concerns Grow
ICAR is training farmers to consider alternative crops and cropping plans as El Niño raises concerns about weather risks for Indian agriculture.
Centre Rolls Out Kharif Contingency Plan as El Niño Threat Raises Monsoon Concerns
The Agriculture Ministry has launched a Kharif contingency plan focused on seed reserves, water management, and district-level crop planning amid El Niño concerns.