Kharif Crop Area Falls by 17.69 Lakh Hectares, Which Crops Are Losing Ground?
India’s Kharif area is down 17.69 lakh hectares in 2026. Rice, maize and oilseeds have declined, while pulses have gained ground.
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Kharif Sowing Has Almost Caught Up With Last Year, Why Are Farmers Still at Risk?
India’s kharif sowing reached 108.63 million hectares by September 4, but weak rainfall and lower acreage in key crops could still affect farmers and yields.
Kharif Sowing Gap Narrows as Farmers Catch Up Across India
India’s Kharif sowing gap has narrowed sharply as farmers catch up after a slow start. Rice, pulses, oilseeds and cotton acreage remain below 2025 levels.
IMD Forecasts Drier July, Raising Concerns for Kharif Crops
The India Meteorological Department has forecast below-normal rainfall in July, raising concerns over Kharif sowing, crop growth, and soil moisture conditions.