Punjab Paddy Crop Threatened by 28% Rain Shortfall and Rising Farm Costs

Punjab's paddy crop is facing significant risks due to a 28% rainfall deficit in the region. Farmers have been forced to rely heavily on groundwater to compensate for the lack of rain. This increased dependence on irrigation has driven up overall cultivation costs considerably. Growers are also spending more on fertilisers and crop protection chemicals to maintain field health. The combined pressure of water scarcity and rising input costs is putting the state's paddy yield under serious strain.
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