The Odisha government has instructed district collectors to combat black marketing and hoarding of fertilizers amid reports of shortages, ensuring farmers receive necessary supplies for the upcoming Kharif season.
The Governor of Odisha, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, emphasized the importance of boosting local edible oil production during a review meeting on the National Mission on Edible Oils-Oil Palm.
The Odisha government confirms an ample supply of fertilizer for the agricultural season, emphasizing strict measures against black marketing.
The Odisha government is urging district administrations to promote Complex Fertilisers and Ammonium Sulphate as alternatives to traditional fertilisers, aiming to enhance soil health and tackle supply issues.
Odisha is experiencing a concerning rainfall deficit of approximately 52 percent this June, impacting kharif crop sowing activities across the state.
India faces a challenging monsoon season as rainfall has been significantly delayed, particularly in regions like Maharashtra and Goa, due to the influence of the El Niño phenomenon.
The Met Department forecasts favorable conditions for monsoon advancement, with heavy rainfall predicted in several states from June 17 to 22, raising concerns over El Nino’s impact on agriculture.
India is bracing for a challenging monsoon season, with the IMD predicting below-normal rainfall and a 60% chance of deficiencies due to El Niño, exacerbated by the West Asia crisis.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has reviewed the fertiliser situation in Odisha, ensuring that farmers will have adequate supplies for the upcoming kharif season despite disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict.
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