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Kharif sowing picks up, but still 21% below last year

Kharif sowing lags significantly behind last year due to delayed and uneven monsoon rains. Paddy, pulses, and oilseeds acreage shows substantial year-on-year declines. This reduced planting raises concerns about potential crop output and food inflation. Sugarcane acreage has seen a slight increase, bucking the overall trend. Below-normal rainfall forecasts for July further exacerbate these agricultural challenges.

7 Jul 2026 12:37 am