Better wheat production expected due to good increase in sowing area

28-Jan-2025 03:57 PM

The report highlights a positive outlook for wheat production in India due to an increase in sowing area and favorable weather conditions, especially during the critical stages of growth.

The 2024-25 Rabi season shows a significant boost in wheat sowing compared to previous years, with an area increase of about 2.8% over last year. Good rains during the monsoon season have provided sufficient moisture, helping to ease sowing challenges.

However, there were some delays in sowing, primarily due to the late harvesting of Kharif crops and a fertilizer shortage, though these issues have since been resolved.

Weather conditions between November 2024 and January 2025 have been favorable, and experts predict that continued favorable conditions through February and March could lead to substantial wheat production.

While the Union Agriculture Ministry has set a target of 1150 lakh tonnes for the 2024-25 season, analysts forecast a more realistic range of 1070-1090 lakh tonnes, with a high possibility of reaching 1100 lakh tonnes if conditions remain optimal.

The key factors moving forward will be moderate temperatures and the absence of damaging weather events, like hailstorms, which could impact the crop.

If the weather continues to cooperate, it looks like wheat production in India could see a significant boost, which would be beneficial for both the domestic market and global food security.