Weak Monsoon Triggers Distress Among Goa Farmers

Prolonged Dry Spell Raises Concerns Over Crop Loss and Sowing Delays Farmers across Goa are facing distress as the monsoon continues to remain weak, with several agricultural pockets receiving little to no rainfall. The prolonged dry spell, attributed to El Niño conditions, has raised serious concerns over crop survival and farming activities.With fields remaining parched and sowing schedules disrupted, cultivators are increasingly worried about potential losses. Many farmers are awaiting timely rains to revive agricultural operations, as the situation adds pressure on the rural farming community dependent on monsoon rainfall for livelihood.