<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Early and widespread monsoon rains in India have accelerated the sowing of rice, oilseeds, and pulses, boosting the country’s chances of a record grain harvest this year.</li><li>India depends heavily on the annual monsoon to irrigate more than half of its farmland, and above-average precipitation is vital for food security, economic growth, and stabilizing global agricultural markets.</li><li>The farm ministry ensures sufficient fertilizer supplies and high-quality seeds for farmers, ruling out concerns about shortages this season.</li><li>Authorities are diversifying agriculture by promoting the cultivation of specialty rice varieties and supporting crops like pulses and corn, aiming for a potential record year in Indian agriculture.</li></ul>

Early Monsoon Rains In India Raise Hopes Of A Bumper Grain Crop

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