Weak Monsoon Cuts Indian Farm Input Demand
India's erratic monsoon has reduced rainfall significantly, prompting farmers to cut spending on seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides. Rallis India CEO Gyanendra Shukla noted that lower crop certainty is compressing overall sector demand.
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Erratic monsoon rainfall across India is driving farmers to cut spending on agricultural inputs, hitting demand for pesticides, fertilizers, and seeds. The downturn threatens rural incomes and raises food inflation risks in Asia's third-largest economy. Monsoon precipitation reached 15% below average by September 21, according to Barclays data.
