Classification of crops according to water requirements
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1. Kharif Crops:
The Kharif/monsoon crop is sown with the beginning of the first rains in June to July, during the south-west monsoon season and harvest in the month of October. The term Kharif means “autumn” in Arabic, e.g. Paddy, Maize, Soybean, Sorghum, Groundnut, Cotton, Urd etc.
2. Rabi Crops:
The Rabi/winter crop or spring harvest crop is sown in the month of November during the north-east monsoon season and harvest in the month of February. The term Rabi means “spring” in Arabic, e.g. Wheat, Chickpea, Pea, Sunflower, Safflower, Mustard etc.
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