By mid-August, Telangana’s Kharif sowing crossed 1.10 crore acres, surpassing last year’s figures. However, sowing is largely confined to rain-fed areas due to inconsistent rainfall, urea shortages, and irrigation delays. Delayed MSP bonuses have further impacted farmers' liquidity, leading many to opt for less water-intensive crops
This year’s erratic monsoon, accompanied by soaring temperatures, mirrors the 18% national rainfall deficit recorded in 2024, which had already impacted Kharif sowing across the country.
