Total sown area this monsoon: Kharif sowing jumps 11.3% on strong...

Total sown area this monsoon: Kharif sowing jumps 11.3% on strong monsoon; rice and pulses lead acreage surge

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India's Kharif crop sowing surged by 11.3% year-on-year as of June 27, 2025, propelled by a strong southwest monsoon and 9% above-average rainfall. Pulses and rice acreage saw significant increases, while cotton and jute declined. Northwestern and Central regions experienced above-normal precipitation, boosting reservoir storage levels to 36% of capacity.

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