India 2017-18 mustard crop seen dn 10% at 5.9 mln tn

India’s mustard output in 2017-18 (Jul-Jun) is seen falling nearly 10% to 5.9 mln tn due to a decline in acreage amid dry weather conditions. Mustard acreage in the ongoing rabi season has declined due to low moisture level on the back of prolonged dry spell in key growing areas. Diversion of sown area to chana due to better realisation in the previous season had a negative impact on mustard acreage