Cotton and Soybean Sowing Lower in Maharashtra Compared to Last Year
As of August 10, 2026, cotton and soybean sowing in Maharashtra has been lower compared to the same period last year.
Cotton: Cotton has been sown across 37.86 lakh hectares so far this year. By August 11 last year, the figure stood at 38.39 lakh hectares. This indicates a shortfall of 53,835 hectares in cotton sowing this year.
Oilseeds: Total oilseed sowing this year covers 49.85 lakh hectares, compared to 50.70 lakh hectares last year. This represents a decrease of 84,691 hectares in oilseed sowing.
Soybean: Soybean sowing has been carried out on 48.33 lakh hectares this year, down from 49.26 lakh hectares last year. This marks a reduction of 93,320 hectares in soybean sowing.
Impact of Rainfall
Timely and adequate rainfall is crucial for cotton and soybean crops; good rainfall promotes better crop growth.
However, continuous heavy rainfall leading to water stagnation in fields can damage the crop and increase the risk of disease.
Conversely, prolonged dry spells between rainfall events can lead to soil moisture depletion in rain-fed areas.
Market Outlook
With cotton and soybean sowing trailing last year's figures, market attention in the coming days will focus on rainfall patterns, soil moisture levels, and the overall condition of the crops.
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