Ramanagara, November 4: Farmers in Ramanagara and Magadi taluks of Bengaluru South district, formerly Ramanagara, are facing agricultural losses as inadequate and poorly timed rainfall affects crops, despite visible greenery along roads.
An October 30 report described reduced harvests, failed sowing and mounting expenses across farming communities. Growers said occasional showers had encouraged roadside vegetation but had not provided sufficient moisture during crucial stages of cultivation.
Ragi farmers reported unsuccessful sowing, while some coconut growers experienced smaller nuts and lower yields. Mango cultivators expressed concern that unusual leaf growth could delay flowering and affect the coming harvest.
The difficulties extend to sericulture, a major source of income around Ramanagara. Reduced mulberry leaf production has increased feeding costs for silkworm rearers. Dairy farmers are also spending more on fodder and irrigation water.
An earlier report said Ramanagara and Magadi had been declared severely drought affected following assessments of rainfall, crop conditions and soil moisture. It noted that inadequate rain had delayed agricultural activity and restricted sowing in areas dependent on seasonal showers.
For households relying on cultivation, livestock and silk production, the combined pressures mean higher spending alongside uncertain returns. The reported conditions show why roadside greenery alone offers limited evidence of recovery across the surrounding agricultural land.