Delayed Sowing, March Heat Threaten Chandauli Mustard Crop

• Chandauli farmers face severe challenges due to delayed mustard sowing and an unexpected rise in March temperatures (30-32°C).
• Sowing, typically done by October-November, was delayed this year due to continuous rain, waterlogging, and canal water issues.
• The mustard crop is still green and behind schedule, with early heat further jeopardizing grain formation, especially for late-sown crops.
• Wheat crop also affected; farmers like Raja Ram Sonkar had to arrange personal irrigation due to initial waterlogging and later, lack of canal water.
• Farmers anticipate significant financial losses and may not even yield enough mustard for personal consumption due to poor irrigation management.