El Nino affected monsoon likely to cast a shadow over cardamom Sector (opens original article in a new tab)

El Niño's impact on monsoon rains is causing concerns for cardamom production in India, with rainfall deficiencies and climate fluctuations leading to potential yield reductions

• El Niño conditions are linked to below-normal rainfall in June, affecting cardamom production
• Cardamom plants require adequate monsoon rains for flowering, fruit set, and capsule development
• Idukki district has a 38% rainfall deficiency as of June 17, 2026
• Farmers report failure of new capsules to set despite fertilizers and pesticides application