Thoubal Agromet Advisory

State
Manipur
Prepared by
CAU, Imphal (ICAR AMFU)
  • Soil: Moderate
  • Green rain alert

Advisory issued · Soil & rainfall data for 26 Sept

Green AlertIMD Nowcast · Valid 17:30–20:30 IST
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5-Day Weather Forecast📍 Thoubal district
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Soil Moisture

26 Sept 2026 · daily average
0.179m³/m³ surface
Moderate

Below field capacity — monitor closely

Depth profile — volumetric water content

0–1 cmSurface
0.179Moderate
1–3 cmNear-surface
0.197Moderate
3–9 cmShallow root
0.222Moderate
9–27 cmMid root zone
0.256Moist
27–81 cmDeep root zone
0.320Moist

Field capacity for most Indian loamy soils: 0.25–0.35 m³/m³. Surface is moderate; the 9–27 cm root zone is moist.

Rainfall — Last 4 Days

19.0 mm total
  1. 17.7 mm
  2. 0.3 mm
  3. 0.2 mm
  4. 0.8 mm

What to Do Today

Based on soil moisture + rainfall
  • Surface below field capacity (0.18 m³/m³)Monitor the crop; irrigation may be needed in the next few days if no rain comes.
  • Root zone has moisture (9–27 cm: 0.26 m³/m³)Crop roots have water available even if the top layer dries out.

General guidance from weather data only. For crop protection follow the official advisory below and your local KVK.

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5-Day Weather Forecast

IMD forecast: 4mm expected Wednesday (23 Sept)

As per weather forecast from IMD, there is likely to have light to moderate rains during 23-27 September, 2026 with max. temp. 30-33 oC & mini. temp. 20-21 oC. Relative humidity may reach upto 86 % (max) & 77 % (min). The average wind speed may be 2-6 km/hr. The extended range forecast indicates that during 27 September – 3 October, 2026 rainfall, minimum temperature and maximum temperature are likely to be normal over the state.

Parameter
Rainfall (mm)3.92.80.12.12.1
Max Temp (°C)32.529.630.131.532.3
Min Temp (°C)20.420.820.220.520
Humidity (AM) (%)8486858380
Humidity (PM) (%)7677757372
Wind Speed (km/h)64423
Cloud Cover (okta)—————

General Advisory

  • Water & Pond Management:
  • Collect rainwater when it rains, and clean / repair jalkunds and other water harvesting structures for proper storage
  • Crop & Soil Management:
  • Monitor soil moisture in fields and do weeding if weed population is high.
  • Do soil testing, then apply fertilizer at the right time and dose, and treat soil and seeds before sowing / nursery raising to prevent pests and diseases
  • Cover vermi-compost and compost pits to protect from rain, and regularly check fields and storage for insect- pest infestation
  • Livestock & Poultry Care:
  • Protect animals and birds from bad weather, inspect sheds regularly
  • Ensure proper care of feed and drinking water
  • Monitor health closely and report any illness to the concerned State Department.

Crop-Specific Advisories

RiceSoyabeanBlack Gram+ Horticulture+ Livestock
Crop recommendations with pesticide names, dosages and growth-stage guidance are available in the NaPanta app.

The app delivers the latest Thoubal advisory every Wednesday and Friday as a push notification — so you always apply the current bulletin, never a stale one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crops are covered in the Thoubal agromet advisory?

The latest Thoubal advisory covers Rice, Soyabean, Black Gram, Manipur. Each crop entry gives stage-wise guidance on irrigation, pest management and disease control for the coming days.

How often is the Thoubal agromet advisory issued?

District agromet bulletins are issued twice a week. The latest Thoubal bulletin shown here was issued on 23 Sept 2026. NaPanta updates this page automatically after each new bulletin.

How should Thoubal farmers use the 5-day weather forecast?

Use the forecast to plan field work: skip irrigation when rain is expected, avoid spraying on windy or rainy days, and time harvest around dry weather. The soil moisture card shows whether the field needs water right now.

Who prepares the Thoubal agromet advisory?

The bulletin for Thoubal is prepared by the Agromet Field Unit of CAU, Imphal (ICAR AMFU) under the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa, using India Meteorological Department forecasts.

Can I get the Thoubal advisory on my phone?

Yes. Save Thoubal, Manipur in the NaPanta app to get a notification with each new bulletin and crop-level advice for your own fields.