Kharif Crops Rabi Crops __hot__ May 2026

1. Introduction In the Indian subcontinent, agriculture is heavily dependent on monsoon rainfall. To maximize yield and adapt to climatic conditions, the agricultural year is divided into three main seasons: Kharif , Rabi , and Zaid . This report focuses on the two primary seasons: Kharif (monsoon) and Rabi (winter). 2. Kharif Crops (Monsoon Crops) Definition: Crops that are sown with the onset of the southwest monsoon (June-July) and harvested at the end of the monsoon season (September-October).