BKC Aggregators: Transforming Lives, One Farmer at a Time

 Andhra Pradesh With the low-pressure area forming over the East Central and adjoining North Bay of Bengal on August 29. This system is expected to move west-northwest towards the southern coasts of Odisha and northern Andhra Pradesh over the next two days, bringing widespread rainfall and potentially severe weather conditions. Currently, a cyclonic circulation is present over the East Central Bay of Bengal, extending up to 5.8 kilometres above mean sea level and tilting southward. This atmospheric disturbance is a precursor to the impending low-pressure system, which could significantly alter weather patterns in the region. Heavy rainfall warning for the next five days across North Coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP), Yanam, and South Coastal Andhra Pradesh (SCAP). Thunderstorms with lightning are expected in isolated areas of NCAP and Yanam, along with strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h. From August 29 to September 2, heavy rainfall is predicted in isolated location

  Dhaka/New Delhi, August 8, 2024 - Bangladesh, renowned for its robust textile sector, is facing an unprecedented political crisis that threatens to disrupt its vital clothing export industry. The country's monthly apparel export, valued at $3.5-3.8 billion, constitutes a significant portion of its economy, with substantial shares in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and a 10% market share in the United States. The ongoing political turmoil, marked by the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amid massive anti-government protests and the subsequent takeover by an interim government led by Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman, has put the textile sector in jeopardy. This crisis comes at a time when Bangladesh was expected to surpass $50 billion in annual exports in 2024, up from around $47 billion in 2023. Impact on the Global Textile Market International buyers, particularly textile importers, are closely monitoring the situation and are beginning to shift their foc

  The current water deficit situation affecting paddy crops in West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, UP, and Punjab, and its potential impact on rice yield. Despite an increase in sowing percentage compared to the previous year, deficient rainfall poses a serious threat to paddy production. The critical stages of rice growth, particularly the reproductive stage, are highly sensitive to water stress, which could result in significant yield losses if conditions do not improve.   Current Situation Government data indicates that sowing of paddy crops has increased in the current year compared to 2023. Department of agriculture and farmers welfare     However, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reports a continuing deficiency in rainfall across the affected states. This water deficit could adversely impact rice yields due to the crop's sensitivity to moisture stress at various growth stages. Rainfall Deviation from Long Term Average 01 June to 04 August 2024 Currently Paddy is in

  While all reports of excessive rains and recent landslides point a rosy monsoon pictures ground realities look different. Sowing data of paddy shows higher acreage in major growing area in UP, Punjab, Haryana, Bihar, and West Bengal, which together account for 51.84 % of total paddy production. Department of agriculture and farmers welfare Actual rainfall in these areas have been lower than long term average of rainfall. Rainfall Deviation from Long Term Average 01 June to 04 August 2024 Conclusion Though it is too premature to hazard a guess in eventual production, it is very likely that in those 5 states the production of Paddy in 2024 will be lower.   For more accurate weather forecast of your location and its effect on your crops download Fasal Salah App   https://goo.gl/5Yu1u9