Dry spells and downpours: Rainfall variability new risk for Telangana farmers
Telangana's monsoon season is revealing a critical shift: crop success now hinges on rainfall timing and distribution, not just total volume. Despite near-normal seasonal rain, kharif cultivation has lagged due to erratic patterns, with dry spells and intense downpours disrupting sowing and leading to crop stress. Experts emphasize managing rainfall variability, not just totals, for sustainable agriculture.
