Horticulture

Whispers of Change: Preserving Himachal’s Apples Under the Shadow of a...

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By Ankur Jamwal and Mohit Sharma Horticulture is a vital contributor to Himachal Pradesh’s economy, with apples accounting for approximately 80% of its output. Though...

Controlled Atmosphere Stores at Village Level to Boost Storage and Jobs

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Horticulture Minister Announces Decentralised Infrastructure to Support Apple Growers Shimla — In a bid to strengthen the apple economy and provide better storage options to...

Bragta Demands Immediate Release of Anti-Hailnet Subsidy for Fruit Growers

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Says Centre Has Released Its Share; State Government’s Negligence Adding to Growers’ Burden Shimla: State BJP spokesperson Chetan Singh Bragta has slammed the Congress-led Himachal...

From Juice to Schnapps: HPMC Expands Product Line and Market Reach

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Shimla – The HPMC is taking bold steps to diversify its offerings and broaden its market presence, with plans to introduce alcoholic beverages like...

Virus Threat: Himachal Tightens Quarantine Rules for Apple Plants

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Shimla: In a bid to protect apple orchards from virus threats, the Himachal Pradesh government has decided to tighten quarantine regulations for imported apple...

Negligence in Quarantine Rules Allowing Virus-Infested Apple Plants to Enter Himachal

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Shimla: The horticulture industry in Himachal Pradesh is facing a severe crisis as lakhs of apple plants are being imported from abroad without proper...

Changing Weather Patterns in Himachal Put Apple Orchards at Risk

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Shimla: The impact of climate change in Himachal Pradesh is becoming increasingly evident, with rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns severely affecting agriculture and...

Horticulture University Issues Updated Phosphorus Fertilizer Guidelines Amid Growing Concerns Over...

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Dr. YS. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, has issued updated ad-hoc recommendations for phosphorus fertilizer use in Himachal Pradesh following comprehensive soil...

Nauni University’s Certified Nurseries to Provide Disease-Free, Climate-Resilient Plants

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Solan: Nauni University has achieved a significant milestone as four of its nurseries have been recognized at the national level by the ICAR-Central Agroforestry...

Phosphorus Misuse in Himachal’s Soil Raises Concerns for Apple Growers

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Shimla - The excessive and indiscriminate use of phosphorus in Himachal Pradesh's apple orchards is causing significant soil health deterioration, prompting an urgent advisory...

Himachal to Lead Natural Farming Revolution: CM Sukhu Sets Ambitious Targets

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Shimla: Himachal Pradesh is set to embrace natural farming on a large scale, with all Agriculture Department farms transitioning to this eco-friendly practice by...

BJP Demands Horticulture University in Jubbal Kotkhai

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BJP leader Chetan Singh Bragta has called for the establishment of a Horticulture University or College in Jubbal Kotkhai, citing the region’s significant horticultural...