Mayurbhanj Agromet Advisory

State
Odisha
Prepared by
OUAT, Bhubaneswar (ICAR AMFU)
  • Soil: Wet

Advisory issued · Soil & rainfall data for 26 Sept

5-Day Weather Forecast📍 Mayurbhanj district
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Soil Moisture

26 Sept 2026 · daily average
0.379m³/m³ surface
Wet

Near saturation — avoid irrigation, risk of waterlogging

Depth profile — volumetric water content

0–1 cmSurface
0.379Wet
1–3 cmNear-surface
0.380Wet
3–9 cmShallow root
0.382Wet
9–27 cmMid root zone
0.386Wet
27–81 cmDeep root zone
0.406Wet

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

Rainfall — Last 4 Days

182.8 mm total
  1. 44.7 mm
  2. 66.5 mm
  3. 56.7 mm
  4. 14.9 mm

What to Do Today

Based on soil moisture + rainfall
  • Soil is saturatedSkip irrigation and check field drainage — standing water harms roots of most non-paddy crops.
  • Root zone has moisture (9–27 cm: 0.39 m³/m³)Crop roots have water available even if the top layer dries out.
  • 183 mm of rain in the last few daysClear field channels, and wait for leaves to dry before any spraying.

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: 25mm expected Sunday (20 Sept)

Light to moderate rainfall (10.0 mm to 25.0 mm) is expected across the district over the next five days, with heavier spells on September 19th and 20th. Maximum temperatures will range between 32.0°C and 34.0°C, while minimum temperatures will stay around 25.0°C to 26.0°C. Morning relative humidity will remain high at 91% to 94%, dropping slightly to 62% to 64% in the afternoon. Winds will blow predominantly from the Northwest and Northeast at speeds of 1 to 5 kmph under a mostly cloudy to overcast sky.

Parameter
Rainfall (mm)2025101015
Max Temp (°C)3434333332
Min Temp (°C)2626252525
Humidity (AM) (%)9394949291
Humidity (PM) (%)6464626364
Wind Speed (km/h)—————
Cloud Cover (okta)—————

General Advisory

  • In view of the forecast for heavy rain and consistent thunderstorm activity until September 23rd, farmers are strongly advised to secure their mature produce in safe storage shelters. Maintain efficient drainage networks in paddy and non-paddy fields alike to mitigate root rot risks. Postpone any scheduled intercultural operations until the weather conditions clear up. Ensure livestock are kept in reinforced sheds and not tied under trees.

Crop-Specific Advisories

Crop recommendations with pesticide names, dosages and growth-stage guidance are available in the NaPanta app.

The app delivers the latest Mayurbhanj 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 Mayurbhanj agromet advisory?

The latest Mayurbhanj advisory covers the major crops of the district, Odisha. Each crop entry gives stage-wise guidance on irrigation, pest management and disease control for the coming days.

How often is the Mayurbhanj agromet advisory issued?

District agromet bulletins are issued twice a week. The latest Mayurbhanj bulletin shown here was issued on 18 Sept 2026. NaPanta updates this page automatically after each new bulletin.

How should Mayurbhanj 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 Mayurbhanj agromet advisory?

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

Can I get the Mayurbhanj advisory on my phone?

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