INDIAN farmers are anticipating a major decline in output for a number of key crops in the south of the country due to heavy, untimely rains. With the production season of many crops starting in October there are heightened concerns. For example, September rains have upset cardamom growers in Kerala. The Spices Board had confirmed a 30% shortfall this year due to drought and heavy rains earlier. But now growers feel the crop loss could be much more. Last year the production was over 11,500 tonnes... Read More