Sunburnt Kerala: Farmers suffer as mercury soars

In Kerala, farmers are bearing the brunt as they fear that the soaring temperatures may disrupt agricultural practices.

BySouth First Desk

Published Apr 15, 2024 | 9:45 AMUpdatedApr 15, 2024 | 9:45 AM

Damaged cardamom crops

In Kerala, the relentless sun beating down has become a new normal. It’s turned the once lush greenery into a weary shade of brown. Farmers are bearing the brunt as they fear that the soaring temperatures may disrupt agricultural practices, jeopardising their livelihoods. For those in the high ranges of Idukki and Wayanad, the extreme heat has disrupted crops.

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