India has prepared agricultural contingency plans for 225 districts to address the risk of weak soil moisture and delayed Rabi crop sowing. Unlike Kharif crops, which depend heavily on the monsoon, Rabi crops such as wheat, mustard, gram, lentils and peas also rely on water stored in reservoirs and soil after the rainy season. The reported plan focuses on three areas: advising farmers to choose crops according to local water availability, ensuring timely access to suitable seeds, and improving fertiliser and water management. An ICAR dynamic agricultural dashboard is also expected to combine weather forecasts, rainfall, reservoir data and agricultural information to support district-level decisions. The aim is to reduce the impact of water shortages and delayed sowing on crop production.
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