Birbhum Agromet Advisory

State
West Bengal
Prepared by
BCKV, Mohanpur (ICAR AMFU)
  • Soil: Wet
  • Green rain alert

Advisory issued · Soil & rainfall data for 26 Sept

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5-Day Weather Forecast📍 Birbhum district
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Soil Moisture

26 Sept 2026 · daily average
0.359m³/m³ surface
Wet

Near saturation — avoid irrigation, risk of waterlogging

Depth profile — volumetric water content

0–1 cmSurface
0.359Wet
1–3 cmNear-surface
0.360Wet
3–9 cmShallow root
0.362Wet
9–27 cmMid root zone
0.367Wet
27–81 cmDeep root zone
0.387Wet

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

101.0 mm total
  1. 37.7 mm
  2. 24.3 mm
  3. 24.1 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: 0.37 m³/m³)Crop roots have water available even if the top layer dries out.
  • 101 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: 45mm expected Friday (25 Sept)

As per the forecast issued by India Meteorological Department, (I) Mostly cloudy and moderate to rather heavy rainfall will likely be expected in the next five days. (II) During the next five days, the expected maximum and minimum temperatures will likely be 28-32°C and 24-25°C respectively. (III) The weather will likely remain moist in the next five days. (IV) The wind will be expected to blow mainly towards east directions with an average wind speed of about 12 kmph.

Parameter
Rainfall (mm)2526452017
Max Temp (°C)3230292830
Min Temp (°C)2525252425
Humidity (AM) (%)8691939396
Humidity (PM) (%)5866777570
Wind Speed (km/h)—————
Cloud Cover (okta)—————

General Advisory

  • (I) As thunderstorms with gusty winds and heavy rainfall are expected in the next five days, farmers should avoid spraying pesticides or fertilizers to prevent wash-off and ensure their safety. (II) Make https://agromet.imd.gov.in/index.php/District_advisory/pdf_district_advisory?states=19&district=334 1/3 22/09/2026, 17:14 District Advisory necessary arrangements for draining out excess water from crop fields in case of heavy rain. (III) Avoid irrigation before the storm to reduce the risk of water stagnation. (IV) Ensure adequate feed and water supplies, maintain good drainage around the shelter, and monitor cattle closely for signs of stress or illness.

Crop-Specific Advisories

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

The app delivers the latest Birbhum 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 Birbhum agromet advisory?

The latest Birbhum advisory covers Rice, Groundnut, West Bengal. Each crop entry gives stage-wise guidance on irrigation, pest management and disease control for the coming days.

How often is the Birbhum agromet advisory issued?

District agromet bulletins are issued twice a week. The latest Birbhum bulletin shown here was issued on 22 Sept 2026. NaPanta updates this page automatically after each new bulletin.

How should Birbhum 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 Birbhum agromet advisory?

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

Can I get the Birbhum advisory on my phone?

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