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Is Heat Affecting Maharashtra's Crops?

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21 March 2025

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Is Heat Affecting Maharashtra's Crops?

​Maharashtra is experiencing unusually high temperatures from the beginning of this year, affecting agriculture. In February and March, temperatures soared, impacting crops like wheat, jowar, and gram. The heat stressed wheat during grain formation, potentially reducing yields.

Similarly, jowar and gram faced challenges, with potential yield reductions of 2-3 quintals per acre.

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Additionally, early heat waves delayed sowing of summer onions, threatening germination. Mangoes ripening in the heat risk quality issues like burns.

These conditions highlight the urgent need for climate-resilient farming practices to ensure food security

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