India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
Maharashtra is divided into five major agro-climatic zones, each supporting distinct crops:
Zone |
Region |
Key Crops |
Konkan Coastal Zone |
Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Raigad |
Rice, Mango, Cashew, Spices |
Western Maharashtra |
Pune, Satara, Kolhapur |
Sugarcane, Grapes, Vegetables |
Marathwada |
Aurangabad, Beed, Nanded |
Cotton, Jowar, Soybean |
Vidarbha |
Nagpur, Amravati, Yavatmal |
Cotton, Oranges, Pulses |
Khandesh (Northern Belt) |
Jalgaon, Dhule, Nandurbar |
Banana, Cotton, Sorghum |