Maharashtra: Maize Cultivation Picks up in Gadchiroli, Farmers Are Looking for Drought-Resistant Options - ChiniMandi

Nagpur: Farmers in Gadchiroli district, affected by Naxalism and floods every year, are looking at maize as an option to deal with drought. In this predominantly paddy-growing area, maize is becoming increasingly popular due to its robust qualities and drought-resistance. Farmers in the district say that, despite the region receiving the highest rainfall, they often face droughts due to lack of systematic irrigation. Maize needs much less water …