Western Zone: A Semi-Arid Region with Cotton Cultivation

Gujarat is the largest producer of cotton in the Western Zone, accounting for over 30% of the country's total production.

Black soil, also known as regur soil, is the predominant soil type in the Western Zone. It is known for its high clay content and dark color.

The Narmada River is the primary source of irrigation in the Western Zone, providing water for a large area of cotton-growing land.

The Western Zone receives an average annual rainfall of 500-750 mm, making it a semi-arid region.

American Upland is the primary cotton variety grown in the Western Zone, accounting for over 90% of the total production.

Drought is the main challenge faced by cotton farmers in the Western Zone, as the region receives limited rainfall and is prone to dry spells.

Surat, located in Gujarat, is known as the 'Cotton City of India' due to its significant role in cotton trading and processing.

The Western Zone has approximately 4 million hectares of land under cotton cultivation.

Gujarat has the highest cotton yield per hectare in the Western Zone, due to favorable climatic conditions and advanced farming practices.

Bollworms are the main insect pests that affect cotton crops in the Western Zone, causing significant damage to the bolls and reducing yields.

Madhya Pradesh has the lowest cotton production among the states in the Western Zone.

Fusarium wilt is the main disease that affects cotton crops in the Western Zone, causing wilting and yellowing of leaves, leading to reduced yields.

Ahmedabad, located in Gujarat, is known as the 'Textile City of India' due to its significant role in cotton textile manufacturing.

The favorable climate, with warm temperatures and adequate sunlight, is the main factor contributing to the high productivity of cotton in the Western Zone.

Gujarat has the largest area under cotton cultivation among the states in the Western Zone.