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- India has recorded 15% less rainfall during the monsoon season up to September 18, marking the weakest monsoon since 2009.
- The shortfall has impacted kharif crops like rice, pulses, cotton, and maize, with rice acreage decreasing by 3.73%.
- While national food availability remains secure due to sufficient existing stocks, the decline in production has already caused significant spikes in rice prices in southern India.
What to watch next
- Potential for further impact on kharif crop yields and food inflation.
- Development of a super El Nino event affecting regional weather patterns.
- Government management of grain stocks to stabilize market prices.
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