Impact of Rising Temperatures on Wheat Productivity in India

20-Feb-2025 01:21 PM

★ The rising temperatures and reduced rainfall this month in India could affect the wheat crop.

★ According to the India Meteorological Department, the northwestern region of the country has received 80% less rainfall than average since the start of the year.

★ A senior meteorologist has stated that the hot and dry weather is likely to continue until next month, which will impact the overall wheat yield in the region. This is definitely causing harm to the wheat crop.

★ India is the second-largest wheat producer in the world. If the crop yield is lower, it could weaken the government's efforts to control food prices. It may also pave the way for reducing or removing the 40% import duty, making wheat imports more attractive for flour mills.

★ According to the Ministry of Agriculture, by February 4, wheat had been sown on 3.25 million hectares, which is 2% more than last year. The wheat harvest is set to begin in March.

★ Overall, the future of wheat production in India depends heavily on the weather.