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Import fears cast shadow over watermelon farmers ahead of new season
Watermelon growers in Gujarat and Rajasthan have asked the Indian government to keep import restrictions on watermelon seeds, warning that overseas shipments could undercut prices as the domestic crop reaches markets from September. Farmgate seed prices have already fallen to about ₹170 a kg from ₹245 amid rumours of relaxed imports, while growers report a 10-15 per cent domestic seed deficit.
Aug 9, 2026 1 source