Effects of Heat Waves on Rabi Crops: Yield Risks, Wheat Impact & Farmer Protection in 2026
Introduction: Climate change is intensifying extreme temperatures across India, and the effects of heat waves are now impacting Rabi crops more severely. Wheat, mustard, gram (chickpea) and barley all suffer when temperatures rise suddenly, especially during flowering and grain filling. Farmers face shrinking grain size, rapid crop maturity, higher irrigation needs and lower market returns. […]