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India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".
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India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".
Mango farming in India faces challenges due to climate change, prompting calls for modernization to ensure sustainability.
A new weather-based crop insurance scheme in Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, offers coverage for mango cultivation, aiming to protect farmers from climate-induced losses.
Mango growers in Dharwad district are shifting to organic cultivation and adopting modern practices to meet export targets, aiming to reach 25 countries in the next decade.
Erratic weather linked to climate change has affected mango orchards across Karnataka, causing large-scale flower and fruit drop, leading to concerns about reduced yields and rising cultivation costs.
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