Archive · 2 Aug 2025
ICRA: Kharif Crop Sowing to Surpass Previous Year
Farmers are planting crops during the rainy season, called kharif crops.
A research group named ICRA thinks farmers will plant more this year than last year.
The monsoon rains are helping, and by July 2025, a lot of land has already been planted.
The weather forecast looks good for more planting.
This good weather is also helping the economy, especially in farming, and people working on farms are getting paid more.
Kharif crop sowing expected to surpass last year's level.
Sowing is up 4% year-on-year as of July 2025, covering 76% of normal sown area.
Favorable monsoon conditions support continued sowing and reservoir replenishment.
IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall for August and September.
GVA growth in agriculture, forestry, and fishing is estimated at 4.5% for Q1 2025-26.
- Who
- ICRA (research firm).
- What
- Kharif crop sowing may exceed last year's level.
- When
- July 2025, with forecasts for August and September.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- Due to favorable monsoon conditions and to assess agricultural economic impacts.
Economic Optimism
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Economic Impact
Economic Optimism
Favorable monsoon and increased rural wages are expected to boost rural consumption.
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- Sowing Progress (July 2025)
- 76% of normal sown area
- Year-on-Year Increase
- 4%
- GVA Growth Forecast
- 4.5% (Q1 2025-26)
- Expected Rainfall
- Above normal (August & September)
