Malda Agromet Advisory

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

Advisory issued · Soil & rainfall data for 26 Sept

5-Day Weather Forecast📍 Malda district
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Soil Moisture

26 Sept 2026 · daily average
0.352m³/m³ surface
Wet

Near saturation — avoid irrigation, risk of waterlogging

Depth profile — volumetric water content

0–1 cmSurface
0.352Wet
1–3 cmNear-surface
0.353Wet
3–9 cmShallow root
0.355Wet
9–27 cmMid root zone
0.360Wet
27–81 cmDeep root zone
0.380Wet

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

83.1 mm total
  1. 20.7 mm
  2. 25.2 mm
  3. 24.1 mm
  4. 13.1 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: 0.36 m³/m³)Crop roots have water available even if the top layer dries out.
  • 83 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: 32mm expected Friday (25 Sept)

As per the forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department- • Partly cloudy sky on 23rd & 27th September and Mainly cloudy sky from 24th to 26th September is predicted. • Light rainfall is predicted on 23rd & 27th September and Moderate rainfall is predicted from 24th to 26th September. • Winds will mainly blow from South-Easterly from 23rd to 27th September with an expected speed of 4.0–20.0 km hr-1. • The maximum temperature is expected to be around 32.0-36.0 deg C and the minimum temperature is expected to be around 26.0-27.0 deg C. • The maximum relative humidity is expected to be around 81-93% and the minimum humidity is expected to be around 54-75%.

Parameter
Rainfall (mm)82032215
Max Temp (°C)3635323233
Min Temp (°C)2727262727
Humidity (AM) (%)8189929393
Humidity (PM) (%)5460737570
Wind Speed (km/h)—————
Cloud Cover (okta)—————

General Advisory

  • https://agromet.imd.gov.in/index.php/District_advisory/pdf_district_advisory?states=19&district=332 1/3 9/22/26, 6:43 PM District Advisory Light to moderate rainfall is expected during 23–27 September. Therefore, farmers are advised to avoid unnecessary irrigation. Keep vigilant against insect-pest infestation and disease incidence in crops, particularly following rainfall and humid weather conditions. In view of the possibility of light to moderate rainfall, farmers are advised to keep drainage channels clear and ensure proper drainage of excess water from the fields after rainfall to prevent water stagnation. Farmers are also advised to spray insecticides, pesticides, or herbicides only on clear, sunny days.

Crop-Specific Advisories

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

The app delivers the latest Malda 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 Malda agromet advisory?

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

How often is the Malda agromet advisory issued?

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

How should Malda 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 Malda agromet advisory?

The bulletin for Malda 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 Malda advisory on my phone?

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