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Hotter, drier February looms over India, putting winter crops at risk

India faces a warmer and drier February after an unusually warm January. This weather pattern poses risks to key winter crops like wheat, rapeseed, and chickpeas. Higher temperatures could accelerate crop growth, leading to yield losses. This situation may increase India's reliance on imported cooking oils. Farmers have planted record areas of wheat and rapeseed.

1 Feb 2026 2:40 pm