Prayagraj,

08 Jan (HS): Prateek Kumar, Technical Officer, Rural Agricultural Weather

Service, SHUATS Prayagraj, stated that according to the India Meteorological

Department, dense morning fog is likely in Prayagraj district on January 9th

and 10th, which may reduce visibility. The weather will remain dry during this

period, with no rain expected. On January 9th, the maximum temperature is

expected to be around 16 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature 6 degrees

Celsius. On January 10th, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 17

degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature around 7 degrees Celsius.

Persistent

fog and high humidity may increase the risk of fungal diseases in wheat,

mustard, pulses, and vegetable crops. Farmers are advised to avoid spraying

during fog, conduct agricultural work only during the afternoon in clear

weather, and use mulching or temporary coverings to protect vegetable and

nursery crops from the cold.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi