Cold Wave Threatens Rabi Crops: Scientists Advise Delaying Early Sowing
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News18•11-01-2026, 16:19
Cold Wave Threatens Rabi Crops: Scientists Advise Delaying Early Sowing
- •Severe cold and dense fog in January raise concerns for Rabi crops, prompting urgent advice for farmers.
- •Agricultural scientist Saon Chakravarti recommends postponing early sowing until February to protect crops from cold and frost damage.
- •For wheat, only very late-sown varieties should be planted by January 15; irrigate every 20-25 days and spray potash.
- •Potato and pea crops face high risk of late blight and powdery/downy mildew; timely fungicide application and irrigation are crucial.
- •Protect tomato and chili from blight with fungicides, use neem-based pesticides, and shield young mango saplings from frost.
Why It Matters: Farmers must delay early sowing and take specific protective measures to safeguard Rabi crops from severe cold.
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