Nilgiris issues northeast-monsoon crop protection advisory for horticulture farmers
District advice focuses on drainage, banana support and securing greenhouses during heavy rain.
District advice focuses on drainage, banana support and securing greenhouses during heavy rain.
The Nilgiris District Administration issued a horticulture advisory on 28 October 2026, asking farmers to take precautions during the northeast monsoon. The recommendations aim to reduce damage from rain and wind; they are precautionary guidance, not a report of damage at a particular farm.
- Maintain drainage so rainwater does not remain stagnant in fields.
- Support banana plants and secure greenhouse and shade-net structures against strong winds.
- Remove unsafe dry branches and take care around trees and structures.
- Avoid applying fertilisers or pesticides during heavy rain; seek appropriate advice on resuming applications when conditions improve.
Image disclosure: Illustrative greenhouse photograph, not a Nilgiris farm or the 28 October advisory event. Erwan Hesry / Unsplash (Unsplash License).
