Choose short-duration crops in low-rainfall areas, Nellore agriculture officer tells farmers amid El Niño
District Agriculture Officer P. Satyavani in Nellore urged farmers facing low rainfall linked to El Niño to prioritize short‑duration crops. She advised planting only after confirming sufficient rain and soil moisture, and to defer paddy cultivation until water availability is clearly assessed. The guidance aims to mitigate crop failure risks in the region for the upcoming season in the district.