As monsoon rains falter, Wayanad farmers in Kerala fear poor harvest
In Wayanad, rainfall deficit has adversely affected agriculture. The district received only 270.23 mm of rain in June, the lowest for the month in the past five years, according to Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology
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According to the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology, in which month did Wayanad receive only 270.23 mm of rain?
- A.March
- B.June
- C.September
- D.December
The text states that Wayanad received only 270.23 mm of rain in June.
What is the name of the institution mentioned as providing data on rainfall patterns for Wayanad?
- A.Ministry of Agriculture
- B.Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology
- C.World Meteorological Organization
- D.National Institute of Rural Development
The text mentions that the data on rainfall patterns was provided by Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology.
What is the name of the district in Kerala where farmers are facing poor harvest due to a rainfall deficit?
- A.Kochi
- B.Wayanad
- C.Thrissur
- D.Palakkad
The text states that farmers in Wayanad are facing poor harvest due to a rainfall deficit.