India issues district Kharif 2026 plans ahead of El Nino
India
With El Nino expected to shake up the weather, the Indian government is rolling out district-level plans for Kharif 2026.
States are being asked to focus on water conservation, moisture management, intercropping, and alternative crop patterns, especially in nine or 10 states most at risk.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan promises farmers guidance
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan says farmers will get straightforward, science-backed instructions so they don't have to worry.
There's also a push to boost cotton and pulses production through better seeds and crop rotation.
Fertilizer supplies are set, with extra stocks heading to areas that might need them, and local agricultural teams are on standby to help farmers adapt as needed.