India: Over 81% wheat area harvested, pulses and oilseeds harvest completed amid pandemic

Published 2021년 4월 25일

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The Indian Agriculture Ministry announced on April 25, 2021, that over 81% of the wheat sown area has been harvested, and the harvesting of pulses and oilseeds has been fully completed despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The ministry praised the resilience of farmers and agriculture laborers, stating that their efforts, along with government intervention, have ensured a timely harvest and procurement. The progress of harvesting varies across different states, with wheat harvesting already completed in states like Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, and still in progress in states like Haryana and Punjab. The ministry acknowledged the significant achievements in harvesting various crops, including rice, sugarcane, and oilseeds, and expressed gratitude to the farmers for their dedication.

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The government on Sunday said over 81 per cent of wheat sown area has been harvested so far, while harvest of pulses and oilseeds has been completed amidst the COVID-19 pandemic situation.Farmers are harvesting rabi (winter) crops sown in the 2020-21 crop year (July-June). Wheat is the main rabi crop.Releasing the latest data, the Agriculture Ministry said: “As a result of the proactive steps taken, harvesting of rabi crops is on schedule and timely procurement is also being ensured for the benefit of the farmers.”Amidst the current pandemic situation, farmers and agriculture labourers are sweating and toiling against all adversities to make sure that food reaches our homes, it said.“Their silent efforts, coupled with timely intervention by the Central and State Governments, have ensured that there is minimal or no disruption to harvesting activities,” it added.In case of wheat, the ministry said about 81.55 per cent of the total sown area of 315.80 lakh hectare has been harvested ...

Source: Financialexpress