Red chilli crop affected by rain in Tamil Nadu

17-Dec-2024 10:33 AM

Red chilli crop affected by rain in Tamil Nadu
The recent rains in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the Ramanathapuram district, have severely impacted the red chilli crop. Approximately 80% of the crop, spanning 9,215 hectares out of a total of 11,538 hectares, has been submerged due to flooding. This has led to a significant disruption in the chilli industry, with exports expected to be substantially reduced.
The Agriculture Department reports that orders for about 600 tonnes of Samba and Mundu chillies for both domestic and international markets had been placed. However, given the damage caused by the rains, only 200-300 tonnes are now expected to be exported. Additionally, the big plants, which were 45 days away from harvesting, have been affected, and there may be a need to re-sow crops. This situation is a setback for farmers and exporters in the region.