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RAINFALL ANALYSIS AND SUGGESTED CROPPING SYSTEM FOR VRIDDHACHALAM TALUK OF SOUTH ARCOT DISTRICT

Abstract

The rainfall data for the years (1973-1988) pertaining to Vriddhachalam Taluk of South Arcot District were analysed for annual, seasonal, monthly and weekly periods and results are presented in this paper. The existing cropping system are discussed. Based on the rainfall pattern, a modified cropping system is suggested for effective utilisation of land moisture and nutrients and to raise the income of dry land farmers.

Keywords: Rainfall Analysis, Cropping System.

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