Paddy transplantation declines this year, reports Department of Agriculture
Summary
Paddy transplantation in Nepal has declined by 3.65% this year due to delayed rainfall and drought, with significant reductions in Madhesh Province, potentially impacting rice production.
Key Points
- Paddy transplantation decreased by 3.65% this year compared to last year.
- Only 94.9% of paddy transplantation was completed this year versus 98.54% last year.
- Madhesh Province experienced significant decline in transplantation due to prolonged drought.
- Insufficient rainfall is affecting irrigation and may reduce paddy production this year.
