Srinagar, July 7 -- In the face of above-normal temperatures and an extended dry spell across Kashmir Valley, the Directorate of Extension at SKUAST-Kashmir has issued a detailed advisory urging farmers to adopt precautionary and crop-specific measures to minimize yield and productivity losses.

An advisory issued by Director Extension, SKUAST-Kashmir, said that in view of the prevailing above-normal temperatures and prolonged dry spell across the Kashmir Valley, farmers are advised to take timely measures to minimize stress and avoid potential yield and productivity losses.

Farmers are advised to carry out all field operations and interventions preferably during the cooler parts of the day (early morning or late evening) and follow the ...