India's Monsoon Crop Sowing Recovers After July Rains, Agriculture Secretary Says
India's monsoon crop sowing has largely recovered following normal July rains that offset the driest June in 12 years, according to Agriculture Secretary Atish Chandra. Sowing of pulses, oilseeds, and cotton is progressing satisfactorily, though acreage varies by crop. The southwest monsoon, vital for farming and groundwater replenishment, remains slightly below normal cumulatively. Continued rainfall in August and September is crucial for yields, with the farm ministry monitoring conditions alongside state governments to support cultivation and manage potential food inflation risks.
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moneycontrol broke this story on 19 Aug, 10:25 am. Other outlets followed.
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