New Delhi. Data received from States reveal that about 278.17 lakh ha wheat has been sown compared to last year’s coverage of 275.89 lakh ha. till date. About 36.58 lakh ha of rice has been transplanted compared to last year’s coverage of 40.77 lakh ha. till, date which is 4.19 lakh ha less than last year.

Oilseeds have been sown in less area as compared to last year, by 3.47 lakh hectare. However, there is a significant increase of over 6.82 lakh ha area under pulses.