Topic
crop shift
Commodities Agricultural #cotton#paddy
Cotton acreage in North India shrinks 22% in kharif as farmers shift to paddy
Cotton acreage in North India declined about 22% this kharif season to 9 lakh hectares, driven by farmers shifting to paddy due to assured procurement and better returns. Total Indian cotton area as of June 12 was 9.53 lakh hectares, down 28% from last year. Industry experts cite pink bollworm infestation, weather uncertainties, and below-MSP prices as key factors.
Jun 17, 2026 1 source
Agricultural #maize#farmers
Maize Farmers Shift to Cotton Amid El Niño Concerns
Indian maize farmers are shifting to cotton, soybean, paddy, and ragi due to anticipated below-normal rainfall from El Niño and market profitability. The shift varies by region, with Madhya Pradesh seeing increased cotton acreage.
Jun 6, 2026 1 source