The agricultural activities begin with the onset of monsoon in the month of June. India has three major cropping seasons in a year.
1. Kharif-June-Early days of November-Paddy, Maize, Jute, Sugarcane, Cotton, Millet.
2. Rabi-November-March-Wheat, Tobacco.
3. Zaid-March-June-Fruits, Vegetables.