Rainfall deficit narrows to 24%, to boost Kharif sowing in July

Improved July rainfall has narrowed the country's deficit to twenty-four percent. This development raises hopes for faster kharif sowing across several regions. However, overall sowing still trails last year's pace significantly. Government plans include contingency measures and a national seed reserve. Farmers are advised to shift to short-duration, less water-intensive crops.

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