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Monsoon deficit threatens Onam crops in Kerala

Season-specific floriculture, which expanded significantly across regional clusters to cater to the festive demand for Pookkalams has been hit hard. Flower crops such as marigold and jasmine are suffering from moisture stress, leading to stunted plant development and premature drying

· 7/21/2026, 1:52:42 PM· 2 min read
Season-specific floriculture, which expanded significantly across regional clusters to cater to the festive demand for Pookkalams has been hit hard. Flower crops such as marigold and jasmine are suffering from moisture stress, leading to stunted plant development and premature drying
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