Weak Monsoon Leaves Farmers Short of Water for Sowing
Farmers in parts of India are struggling to sow winter crops because water is short after a weak monsoon. One farmer's village has a large rainfall shortfall, which is shaping planting decisions. Food prices could rise further as key staples get costlier, adding pressure on household budgets.
Context
Context: The monsoon brings most of India's rain, and a weak season reduces water for both farming and reservoirs. Food inflation is the steady rise in the prices of everyday items like grains, vegetables and pulses.
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