Agriculture
State to experiment Power Tube Technology
Chief Minister asserts that State Government will consider experimentation of Power Tube Technology, low cost, non-polluting, silent power generation system from the heat of...
Apple Packing Grading House to be set up at Kharapathar
An Apple Packing Grading House having facility of controlled atmosphere stores would be set up at Kharapathar in Shimla district which would benefit the...
Himachal Pradesh’s Agricultural Revolution: 150 Young Farmers Enroute to Japan for...
In a monumental stride towards modernizing its agricultural landscape, Himachal Pradesh is sending a cohort of 150 young farmers to Japan for an extensive...
Agri varsity develops 13 vegetable varieties and 8 production technologies
Palampur: Thirteen varieties and eight production technologies of vegetables developed by CSK H.P. Agriculture University have been approved for cultivation in Himachal Pradesh. Prof....
Apple Plants Facing Drought Threat: Horticulture University Scientist Recommends Solutions
The apple orchards in Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh are facing a daunting challenge as a prolonged drought casts its shadow over the apple-producing...
India’s Commitment to Farmers: Urea Subsidy Scheme Extended for Three Years
In a significant move aimed at supporting farmers and ensuring their access to affordable fertilizers, the Indian government has extended the urea subsidy scheme...
Hailstorm batters fruit crops in Himachal
Shimla: Heavy hailstorm in upper regions of the state has battered stone fruits and apples, causing huge losses to orchardists. A huge splash of...
Agri Univ issues advisory for yellow rust in wheat crop
Palampur: The CSK Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University have advised the farmers to visit their wheat fields regularly and observe the crop critically for...
Govt committed to safeguard interests of apple growers: Minister claims
Shimla: Urban Development Minister Suresh Bhardwaj has claimed that the state government is committed to safeguarding the interest of apple growers of the state....
Steps to Make Farming More Profitable
Farm profitability is central to achieve rapid and inclusive agricultural growth and diversification to high value crops such as horticulture and livestock remains the...
Himachal to take advantage of New Zealand expertise in horticulture
The Himachal Pradesh Government is partnering with the New Zealand Government for World Bank funded horticulture development project aiming to support the growth of...
HPMC hikes cartons prices, apple growers demand immediate withdrawal
Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Produce Marketing and Processing Corporation Ltd. (HPMC) has increased the prices of the packaging material of apple. The HPMC has...
