TN Targets 79 Lakh Metric Tonnes of Paddy Despite El Nino
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The Tamil Nadu government has set a target of 79 lakh metric tonnes of paddy production for the 2026-27 season despite drought conditions caused by El Nino.
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- Tamil Nadu faces agricultural challenges due to El Nino and drought conditions affecting water availability.
- The state agriculture department aims to produce 79 lakh metric tonnes of paddy during the 2026-27 cropping season.
- Officials plan to mitigate risks by modernizing storage facilities, rehabilitating minor irrigation tanks, and promoting high-yield cultivation techniques.
- These efforts are designed to ensure food security and improve the livelihoods of the local farming community.
What to watch next
- Successful implementation of modern storage structures in procurement centers
- Progress of the rejuvenation projects for minor irrigation tanks
- Adoption rates of high-yielding and climate-resilient rice varieties among farmers
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