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El Niño is set to further disrupt India's $300 billion farm supply chain

India's crucial monsoon rains are delayed, significantly impacting the $300 billion farm economy as the planting season commences. The situation is worsened by the developing El Niño phenomenon, which threatens key crops like rice, cotton, and soybeans, potentially leading to increased prices and inflation. This disruption emphasizes the vulnerability of India's agricultural sector to climate change, highlighting the need for resilient agricultural practices.