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crop outlook
Soybean Crop Outlook Favourable for Kharif 2026, Says SOPA; Sowing Exceeds 111 Lakh Hectares
The Soybean Processors Association of India (SOPA) has termed the overall soybean crop outlook for the kharif 2026 season as favourable, with sowing covering over 111 lakh hectares. The crop is in good condition across major growing states, though localised germination issues were noted in parts of Maharashtra and Rajasthan.
Commodities Chilli acreage set to rebound during 2026-27 season on higher prices, low carry forward stocks
Indian chilli acreage is expected to rebound to 2024-25 levels during the ongoing kharif season, driven by a 20-30% price rise in export and domestic varieties and significantly lower carry-forward stocks of 1.46 crore bags. Strong seed sales and farmer interest in southern states and Madhya Pradesh support the expansion, though delayed rains in Karnataka may push new crop arrivals to December.
Commodities Weak Monsoon Start Clouds Kharif Season Outlook, 360 ONE Capital Warns
India's southwest monsoon has begun the 2026 season with a significant rainfall deficit, 38% below normal as of June 17. Kharif sowing has fallen 3.9% year-on-year, with pulses and cotton hit hardest. Reservoir levels remain a healthy buffer, but close monitoring is needed as the critical July-August period approaches.