Topic
crop impact
Commodities Agricultural #el nino#weather
Clouded under El Nino skies: India monsoon deficit, El Nino intensity raise crop risk for commodities
The 2026 South-West monsoon in India has opened with a 40% deficient rainfall in June, while El Nino conditions intensify with SST anomaly reaching 1.7°C. The Indian government has launched an emergency plan to protect crops in 315 districts. The Indian Ocean Dipole is swinging negative, adding to concerns for agriculture and commodity markets.
Jul 4, 2026 1 source
Commodities Agricultural #india#rainfall deficit
India Prepares District-Level Contingency Plans as Rainfall Deficit Reaches 40%
India is experiencing a 40% rainfall deficit, prompting the government to activate district-level contingency plans. Agriculture Commissioner PK Singh highlighted improved irrigation infrastructure since the 2015 El Niño and adequate rice and wheat reserves. Farmers may shift to pulses due to delayed monsoon, with imports possible if shortages arise.
Jun 23, 2026 1 source