Nashik Rainfall Deficit Raises Kharif Crop, Water Concerns

Nashik received much less rain than usual during this monsoon.

The district normally gets about 934 millimeters of rain in a year.

Rainfall has also arrived unevenly, with some heavy showers followed by long dry periods.

This has made the soil too dry for some crops.

Kharif crops such as soybean, maize, cotton and pulses may produce less.

Farmers who depend on rain are facing the greatest difficulties.

Low rainfall could also reduce groundwater and stored water.

The amount of water available will affect Rabi crops planted later.

Officials are checking water supplies and the needs of people, animals and farms.