Monsoon 2020

Complete coverage of Farming on Monsoon 2020

• Monsoons Still Deficient in Many States - Will India’s Crop Output Fall This Year?

  The monsoon rainfall has revived in the month of July. For the period 1 Jun 2022 to 25 Jul 2022, the South West Monsoon is 11% above LPA compared with the last year. However, the official data shows that rains have been geographically uneven, with…

• Delayed Monsoon Withdrawal Adversely Affects Kharif Crops

  Due to delayed withdrawal the late rains in MP, Gujarat, Karnataka and Maharashtra regions are considered as a bad news for the crop growth of standing of major Kharif crops like pulses and oilseeds, besides hurting the standing cotton crop. There has been a delay…

• Good Monsoon Helped Sowing Increase by 87 percent This Year

  COVID-19 pandemic forced countries into lockdown, India followed the same path. Lockdown destroyed farmers’ income as they couldn’t get good price for their produce. This year monsoon was stable which gave hope to many farmers.…

• Timely Monsoon 2020 Helped Bihar Farmers to Increase Paddy Cultivation

  Monsoon in Bihar has arrived timely after a decade, which is a hopeful sign for farmers who already faced hit due to the lockdown measures and COVID-19 effects on the farming industry. Finding migrants for farm work became hard due to the lockdown. Bihar is…

• Top 5 Important Crops to Grow in Monsoon Season

  India is considered as the top producer of many types of crops and depending on the seasons' crops there are three segments namely Rabi, Kharif, and Zaid crops. Out of which here we will elaborate more about Kharif crops which are also known as monsoon…

• Monsoon 2020: Heavy Rain Accompanied by Thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR Region

  Heavy rain accompanied with strong winds lashed the national capital and Delhi-NCR region in the wee hours of Saturday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier warned of weather change in Delhi-NCR and adjoining areas.…

• Monsoon 2020: After Covid-19 & Locust Attacks Excessive Monsoon is the Last Thing Farmers Want to See

  With the monsoon having reached the central parts of the country, there is a sigh of relief that it will provide comfort from the scorching heat that the country is facing. But for the farmers, it is not at all good as they fear that…

• Monsoon 2020: Important Tips for Farmers to Increase Crop Productivity in Arunachal Pradesh

  Arunachal Pradesh became a full-fledged state on February 20, 1987. The state is endowed with rich natural resources and environment, that support cultivation of around 70 crop species. Noteworthy is that, around 80% of crop production in state is through organic farming.…

• Monsoon 2020: Managing the Weather Forecast is the Need of the Hour

  The weather and agriculture are related to each other therefore there is a need for accurate prediction of weather to enable farmers to make an informed decision that will not bring losses to them. Temperature, sunlight, and rainfall have major effects on the crops.…

• Monsoon Reaches Central India with Heavy Rains Expected in Konkan & Coastal Karnataka

  The National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorological Centre, New Delhi of the Indian Meteorological Department has said that the monsoon has reached central India with the Northern Limit of Monsoon continues to pass through Kandla, Bahraich, Raisen, Ahemdabad, Indore, Fatehpur, and Khajuraho. Under these circumstances, it…

• Monsoon Entry Delayed in Rajasthan, Likely to Arrive By Next Week

  This year’s Monsoons in the state of Rajasthan is predicted to arrive by next week, as per the Meteorological Department of the country i.e. IMD. There seems to be a delay of roughly 10 days. The South-west monsoon normally enters one of the largest Agricultural…

• Monsoon 2020: Delhi Will Experience Monsoon Sooner Than Expected: June 22-24

  Delhiites were experiencing hot temperature, past two weeks. However, the monsoon is now likely to reach the national capital three or four days before the prediction on 27 June, said the Indian Meteorological Department on Wednesday, as a sign of relief for the city. The…

• Monsoon 2020: Know How Poultry Farmers Can Take Care of Their Farm in Rainy Season

  With the arrival of monsoon, farmer needs to give a little bit more care and attention towards his crops along with the livestock. As we know, poultry farming is continuously growing as the most profitable agribusiness across the globe including India. However, monsoon comes as…

• Weather Alert! Extremely Heavy Rainfall Likely Over Coastal Maharashtra, Coastal Karnataka Today

  According to weather department, a broad cyclonic circulation spinning on the border of Central and Eastern India will maintain its position during the next 5 days bringing rain and thunderstorms. Moist air from the Bay of Bengal will continue to be fed into Northeastern India…

• Monsoon 2020: Do These Things to Boost Crop Productivity in Uttarakhand

  Most of the area in Uttarakhand is under forests and wastelands. Soil fertility of tarai region is very good and it supports various crops. But, indiscriminate use of chemicals and overe xploitation of groundwater is degrading the soil quality of this region.…

• Monsoon 2020: Kerala Can Face a Very Big Problem Due to Rise in Dengue Cases; Experts Worry

  Kerala has set an example for all other Indian states on how to fight Coronavirus with high spirit and an efficient & responsive healthcare system. Although since the first week of May, when people started to return to Kerala from other states and other countries,…

• Monsoon: Tips for Farmers to Enhance Fruit Productivity in Himachal Pradesh

  Fruit should be an important part of our daily diet. They are naturally good and contain vitamins and minerals that can help to keep us healthy. They also help protect against some diseases.…

• Monsoon2020: Tips for Enhancing Agricultural Productivity in Himachal Pradesh

  Himachal Pradesh is divided into three zones outer Himalaya/Shiwaliks, inner Himalaya/ Mid Himalaya and greater Himalayas. There is a gradual rise in average elevation from south to north. The physiography of state is a complex mosaic of hills, valleys and snow-clad peaks.…

• Monsoon 2020: Rains to Increase Kharif Crops Acreage; Farmers will Get Bumper Yields

  Monsoon has arrived in many states of the country and this will help the farmers in sowing of Kharif crops. Farmers have become very active about their fields and many farmers have also started preparations for sowing kharif crops after the knock of monsoon. We…

• Monsoon 2020: IMD Predicts Monsoon will Slow Down for a Week

  Southwest Monsoon 2020 has covered Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Gujarat in the last two weeks. Now the monsoon is likely to slow down for a week due to as the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal that supported its advance has weakened, said the Indian…

• Monsoon 2020: Kerala will Set Up 9000 Relief Centres to Fight Floods

  The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) would arrange nearly 8000-9000 buildings in the state which are to be used as relief centres. Monsoon 2020 which is passing through the state is expected to be normal. However, if it precipitates like happened in 2018, then…

• Monsoon: Five Tips on How to Grow and Increase Cotton Yield during Rainy Season

  Cotton is both tropical and subtropical crops, and India is among the top three cotton-producing countries in the world. It usually grows in temperatures of 21-30 degrees Celsius while it requires a minimum of 50-100 cm of rainfall. While the country stands at the top…

• Monsoon 2020: Heavy Rainfall in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh for the Next Few Days

  According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the southwest monsoon is advancing towards some parts of Central Maharashtra and Vidarbha region and is expected to hit Mumbai around June 13-14.…

• Integrated Flood Warning System for Mumbai Launched

  Extreme precipitation events are on the rise in India driven by warm temperatures and changes in the monsoon due to climate change. Mumbai, a megapolis and the financial capital of India has been experiencing floods with increased periodicity and recent flood in 29 August 2017,…

• Check Weather Forecast up to 15th June 2020; Conditions becoming Favorable for Further Advance of Southwest Monsoon

  According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorology Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department: The Southwest Monsoon has advanced into some more parts of central Arabian Sea, entire Goa, some parts of Konkan, Madhya Maharashtra & Marathwada, remaining parts of Karnataka, entire Rayalaseema…

• Rainfall in India: Monsoon Rains are Boon for Farming but These Crops May Get Damaged

  Southwest monsoon has arrived in many parts of the country bringing rays of hope to the farmer’s life and hard work. Monsoon rains prove to be a boon for farming. Hence, farmers across the country has been eagerly waiting for the Monsoon rain.…

• Monsoon 2020: Be Ready to Battle with Monsoon Diseases

  Monsoon arrival gives hope for good agriculture and respite from the summer heat, but it also comes with a lot of diseases. Preparations are underway to minimise mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria, filaria and chikungunya as due to COVID-19. The most mosquito-borne disease has…

• #Monsoon 2020: Stable Monsoon is What Indian Farmers Need Right Now to Overcome COVID-19 Effects

  Amid the growing cases of coronavirus and uncertainty of the Indian economic future, the Indian Metrological Department (IMD) this year's prediction of a normal monsoon in 2020 is a hope for the agricultural economy which adds as a major part of Indian GDP.…

• Monsoon 2020: Normal Monsoon Predictions to Bring Joy for Farmers amid Lockdown, Know Which Region will Receive How Much Rainfall

  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that the monsoon 2020 will be 102 percent of the long-term average, which suggests that it will be ‘above normal’. In the gloomy times when the farmers are concerned about the nationwide lockdown and its significant impacts on the…

• #Monsoon 2020: How to Clean & Manage Mango Farms after Monsoon

  The farmers who do mango farming face biggest problems after monsoon because wild & spontaneous plants grow in huge amounts in Mango Farms. The problems of insects & pests are also major as they severely harm mango trees. Due to these problems the condition of…

• #Monsoon 2020: Important Pond Management Tips for Fish Farmers

  Rainfall in India is mainly restricted to the monsoon season every summer. Therefore, all variations in the summer monsoon affect farm sector as well as economy of the country. In simple words we can say that monsoon is the lifeblood of India’s agri-dependent economy.…

• Timely Arrival of Monsoon 2020 in India – Kharif Planting Status Becomes Crucial Now

  This will be the second straight year for India to experience above average monsoon rainfall if the weather forecast reports turn out to be true. As per Skymet and IMD, Southwest monsoon has arrived early in many states, raising hopes for higher farm output and…

• #Monsoon2020: Weed Nuisance in Rice Fields and Integrated Weed Management

  Introduction In the rice agro-ecosystems, weeds are a major constrain to production as they compete for resources and impact product quality. As, monsoon 2020 is approaching, the majority of farmers are preparing fields for paddy cultivation. But, weeds infestation reduces rice yields by 12 to…

• #Monsoon2020: Crop Protection Advisories for Apple Trees

  In Himachal Pradesh, the livelihood of majority of people depend on agricultural activities. Apple industry of the state constitutes of around INR 4,000 crore. Recently a micrograph from plant health clinic, Rohru clearly established the incidence of Venturia inaequalis (Scab). The similar messages were also…

• #Monsoon2020: Rice Cultivation Advisory and Locusts Prevention

  As the Locust attacks are observed in India, thus the farmer should remain alert and as a preventive measure may use –…

• #Monsoon 2020: Conditions Becoming Favorable for Further Advancement of SW Monsoon; Heavy Rainfall Likely in Many States

  According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorology Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department:  Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into some more parts of South Interior Karnataka, some parts of Rayalaseema, most parts of Tamil Nadu, entire Southwest Bay of Bengal, some more…

• #Monsoon 2020: Andhra Pradesh Farmers Set 39.59 Lakh Hectare Crop Cultivation Target

  Due to the onset of monsoon in the state of Andhra Pradesh, Kharif crop cultivation is rapidly picking up momentum. The cultivation target for all crops including food grains, oilseeds, cotton, sugarcane and other crops in Kharif season is at 39.59 lakh hectares as against…

• #Monsoon 2020: Top Five Steps to Tackle Erratic Monsoon Patterns in Dry Regions

  In India, agriculture largely depends on the monsoon for the irrigation of the farms. If the pattern of the monsoon stands erratic or the rainfall gets irregular, then it could pose serious threats to the farming in India. However, IMD (India Meteorological Department), the principal…

• #Monsoon2020: This Monsoon Season, Stay updated with complete coverage on farming with Krishi Jagran through Helo App

  With the positive corona cases skyrocketing and climatic changes, India is going through a dark period. Even during such difficult times, our farmers are working tirelessly in their fields to feed the growing population in the country.…