Telangana farmers stall sowing as monsoon deficit hits 30%
Delayed and uneven monsoon rains have brought farm activity in Telangana to its lowest levels this season. As of July 14, sowing had covered only 45.4% of the state's normal cultivated area. The state received just 158.4 mm of rainfall against a seasonal norm of 228 mm, reflecting a 30% deficit. Paddy cultivation has been the hardest hit, with farmers holding back on transplanting while awaiting sustained showers. The prolonged dry spell is raising concerns about the overall agricultural output in the region.
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