India's kharif crop sowing increases to over 704 lakh hectares, with paddy and pulses showing significant growth.

India's kharif crop sowing has increased to over 704 lakh hectares, marking a notable rise from 680.36 lakh hectares recorded in the previous season. Paddy has the highest sown area, reaching 166.06 lakh hectares this season, while pulses have also shown significant growth in sown area, with arhar experiencing a particularly notable increase. Cotton, however, has seen a decline in sown area.

July 19, 2024
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