Rabi crops are sown as the monsoon retreats and the winter season begins (October to December). They are harvested in the spring (March to April). Because they grow during the dry months, they rely heavily on irrigation and the residual moisture in the soil.
Cotton, sugarcane, and groundnuts are major contributors to the economy. kharif and rabi crops in india
Kharif crops dominate in states with high monsoon rainfall, such as West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Bihar. 2. Rabi Crops (Winter Crops) Rabi crops are sown as the monsoon retreats