
— Observations from field visits to Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, April–May 2025.
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Extreme heat has become the primary barrier for Zaid crops like watermelon, muskmelon, and moong. — Observations from field visits to Uttar Pradesh,