Prayagraj, 29 July (HS): According to agricultural meteorologists

at the India Meteorological Department, technical officer Prateek Kumar, only

light rainfall is expected in the district over the coming week. This weather

will be favorable for normal growth of Kharif crops, but the hot and humid

atmosphere may increase the incidence of pests and diseases in other crops,

including paddy. Farmers have been advised to exercise caution due to the

possibility of thunderstorms and lightning on July 29.

Agricultural experts have advised farmers to regularly

monitor their fields, conserve soil moisture, and apply supplemental irrigation

when necessary. They are also advised to periodically monitor leaf folder and

stem borer in rice, and whitefly, aphid, and leaf spot diseases in other Kharif

crops, and take necessary control measures.

He also asked the farmers to complete weeding, fertilizer

management and other agricultural work on time when the weather is favourable,

so that healthy growth and better production of Kharif crops can be ensured.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi