This review is based on standard Indian agricultural classification as per ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research).
If you are studying for an exam, this table is your cheat sheet: wheat is rabi or kharif
But why is this classification so important? Why can't wheat be grown during the monsoon (Kharif) season? To understand this, we need to dive deep into the mechanics of India’s agricultural seasons, climate requirements, and the biological nature of the wheat plant. This review is based on standard Indian agricultural
Understanding the contrast between the two major crop seasons helps clarify why wheat cannot be grown as a Kharif crop. Rabi Crops (e.g., Wheat) Kharif Crops (e.g., Rice) October to December June to July Harvest Time March to May September to October Monsoon Dependence Low (uses irrigation) High (uses Southwest Monsoon) Weather Needed Cool dry weather Hot humid weather Other Examples Barley, Mustard, Peas, Gram Paddy, Maize, Cotton, Soyabean What Happens if You Plant Wheat in the Kharif Season? To understand this, we need to dive deep