Heavy rains in Tamil Nadu cause heavy damage to pulse crops

16-Dec-2024 01:49 PM

The recent heavy rains in Tamil Nadu, especially due to the ongoing north-east monsoon, have caused significant damage to pulse crops, with Thoothukudi district being one of the most affected areas.

Torrential rainfall, initially triggered by the sea cyclone Fengal and now continuing due to the monsoon, has wreaked havoc on crops, particularly in the northern part of Thoothukudi where black soil is prevalent.

Farmers in this region heavily rely on seasonal rains for their agricultural activities, but when rainfall becomes excessive, crops like urad, moong, and onions face severe damage.

The continuous rains have flooded fields, leading to the destruction of these crops, and many farmers are now facing financial instability.

With hundreds of acres affected, some have resorted to harvesting half-ripe crops, which are not yet fully matured.

The situation is further exacerbated by the shift in sowing periods due to climate change, causing a delay in crop planting from July-August to September, leaving the crops more vulnerable to adverse weather conditions.

Farmers are now seeking government assistance to cope with the devastating losses and the challenging economic situation that has resulted from the crop damage.