Untimely March rains notwithstanding, Punjab expecting bumper wheat crop
Recent rains and thunderstorm in various parts of Punjab notwithstanding, the state remains optimistic about a bumper wheat harvest this year. The unexpected weather fluctuations caused by untimely rains in March month led to the flattening of crops in several areas of the state. However, a subsequent dry spell allowed for the recovery of the crop, alleviating some of the initial concerns among farmers.
Punjab, known as the breadbasket of India, has brought 35.08 lakh hectares under wheat cultivation this year, marginally lower than the 35.18 lakh hectares cultivated last year. Despite this marginal decrease in acreage, farmers expressed confidence in the upcoming harvest season.
Paramjit Singh, a farmer from Nakodar says he is expecting a bumper crop because this season, the rains were quite timely. “Though there was rainfall in the last week of March, it was mostly mild in nature, and overall, the weather has been favorable for crop growth,” said Paramjit.
Tarlochan Singh from Jandhu Singha village in Jalandhar shared Paramjit’s sentiments. “I am expecting a good crop, but am keeping my fingers crossed until I harvest my crop. It will be ready for harvesting after April 15.”
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