Horticulture
Himachal Government Approves MIS for Procurement of Processing-Grade Mangoes, Citrus Fruits...
Shimla: In a major relief for fruit growers, the Himachal Pradesh Government has approved the implementation of the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) for the...
Nauni University Scientists Visit Apple Orchards, Issue Advisory on Disease Management
Solan: Scientists from Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, have been conducting extensive field visits and awareness campaigns across Himachal...
Himachal to Launch High-Value Nut Mission from 2026 to Boost Horticulture...
Shimla: In a major initiative to strengthen Himachal Pradesh's horticulture sector and enhance farmers' income, the state government will launch the High Value Nut...
Horticulture University Issues Advisory for Apple Disease Management During Rainy Season
Nauni: With widespread rainfall creating favourable conditions for the spread of fungal and soil-borne diseases in apple orchards, the Department of Plant Pathology at...
Shimla Apple Production Likely to Halve as Weather Takes Heavy Toll
Output projected at 2.31 lakh MT against 4.41 lakh MT last year; freight to be charged by weight, Fagu control room to start by...
Horticulture University Explores Indo-Australian Partnership to Combat Apple Replant Disease
Solan: Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, is exploring a research collaboration with Australia-based Tri-Nations Orchard System Holdings Ltd to tackle...
Himachal Govt to Explore Direct Benefit Transfer for Apple Procurement Payments
The Himachal Pradesh government is exploring the possibility of introducing Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) for payments made to apple growers under the Market Intervention...
Himachal Apple Growers Warn of Crisis After Duty Cut on Imports
Apple growers across Himachal Pradesh have raised alarm over the recent duty reduction on imported apples under the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, warning...
Farmer’s Keen Eye Leads to Development of New Apple Variety in...
New Apple Variety Promises Better Colour in Fog-Prone Areas A chance observation by a progressive orchardist in Shimla district has led to the development and...
Apple Crop at Risk: Improper Spraying Causing Heavy Losses
Shimla: Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh are facing heavy losses this season as improper spraying practices during critical crop stages have led to widespread...
Kuldeep Rathore Flags Threat to Apple Growers, Seeks United Stand by...
Shimla: Congress MLA from Theog and party national spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Rathore has raised serious concerns over the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with...
HPMC reports improved finances with ₹6.65 crore profit; plans CA storage...
The Himachal Pradesh Horticultural Produce Marketing and Processing Corporation Ltd. (HPMC) has reported improved financial performance, recording an annual turnover of about ₹111 crore...
