Kharif acreage up over '22, but output estimated lower

Despite below-normal monsoon rainfall, Kharif acreage in India has increased by 2 lakh hectares compared to last year. However, the country's foodgrain output for this season is estimated to be 4.5% less than the previous year. The first advance estimates for 2023-24 show a 3.8% decrease in paddy output. These figures are...