Cropping Seasons in India

India’s diverse climatic conditions lead to distinct cropping seasons across different regions.

Kharif Season (June – September)

• Northern States:
  • Major Crops: Rice, Cotton, Bajra, Maize, Jowar, Tur.
• Southern States:
  • Major Crops: Rice, Maize, Ragi, Jowar, Groundnut.

Rabi Season (October – March)

• Northern States:
  • Major Crops: Wheat, Gram, Rapeseeds and Mustard, Barley.
• Southern States:
  • Major Crops: Rice, Maize, Ragi, Groundnut, Jowar.

Zaid Season (April – June)

• Northern States:
  • Major Crops: Vegetables, Fruits, Fodder.
• Southern States:
  • Major Crops: Rice, Vegetables, Fodder.

Regional Differences:

• Northern and Interior Regions: Experience three distinct crop seasons.
• Southern Regions: Due to high temperatures and availability of moisture, the same crops can be grown throughout the year, allowing for multiple cropping cycles.