Castor in Rajasthan: Update

In Rajasthan, Castor acreage was targeted 2Lakh ha for this Kharif season of which 1.63 Lakh ha (82 percent) has been achieved till August 20, 2015 (DOA, Rajasthan). During previous Kharif season total acreage under the castor crop in Rajasthan was about 1.40 Lakh ha. During this Monsoon season, Rajasthan has received normal rainfall.  The crop has tolerated 6 to 7 rainfall deficient crop-weeks.  

We at WeatherSys monitor Castor crop growth on day to day basis vis-à-vis the actual weather and weather forecast. We also gather ground information on the status of the crop and associated weather in major growing districts.  In this report we have collected the ground information of Castor crop from several districts in Rajasthan. 

In Jalore, there has been no significant rainfall from last one month.  Rainfall occurred in the district during previous 6 crop weeks (3rd Aug to 7th Sept) have fallen short of what is ideally required for the crop. No pest or disease has been reported till now. There is requirement of good rainfall.  WeatherSys predicts light to moderate rainfall during 20th to 23rd September which will help the production. 
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In Hanumangarh, flowering in the crop is expected after two weeks. Water stress on leaves of the crop plants has been observed due to long dry spell.  No incidence of pest or disease in the crop has been reported till now. A good rainfall is required for better crop growth.  Light rainfall is expected over the district during later half of the coming week. 

In Jodhpur, the crop is at flowering stage from last 15 days. There has been no rainfall in the district from last 20 days.  A good rainfall in near future will be beneficial for better crop growth.  The crop is free from any pest or disease. WeatherSys predicts light to moderate rainfall on 21st and 22nd September. 
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In Ganganagar, Castor crop is in flowering stage and free from any pest or disease.  There has been no rainfall in the district from last 25 days. Though Castor is known for its drought tolerant ability, prolonged dry spell could restrict plant vigor or resulted into slow growth.  A good spell of rainfall is required for better crop growth in the district. As per meteogram, light to moderate rainfall is likely over the district from 20th to 22nd September. 

For a comprehensive report on other major growing districts, please visit our website www.weatherindia.net 

Consolidated All India report also available on request.

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