Horticulture
Centre Fixes Minimum Import Price for Apples to Support Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir Growers
In a major move to support apple growers in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian government has fixed a Minimum…
Horticulture
Horticulture
Himachal to Boost Plant Health with Australian Technologies
The Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is considering the adoption of modern Australian technologies for better plant health and productivity. The announcement…
Horticulture
Congress MLA Demands 100% Import Duty on Apples to Support Local Farmers
Shimla: Congress MLA Kuldeep Singh Rathore from Theog urged the Union Government to impose a 100% import duty on apples from abroad,…
Horticulture
Himachal Government Introduces Weight-Based Transportation System for Apples
To protect apple farmers from exploitation by transporters, the Himachal Pradesh government has decided to introduce a weight-based transportation system for apples.…
Horticulture
Horticulture Department Introduces Six New Mango Varieties
The Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Department has introduced six new varieties of mangoes that can be cultivated in a high-density format, allowing farmers…
Horticulture
Government to Regulate Shimla and Kinnaur Apple Sales with Installation of Weighing Machines at Auction Yards
Shimla: The upcoming apple season in Himachal Pradesh is set to see new measures to ensure fair trade practices. Horticulture Minister Jagat…
Horticulture
Unseasonal Snowfall Puts Shimla and Kinnaur Apple Growers in Distress
Recent unseasonal snowfall in many parts of Shimla and Kinnaur districts has left apple growers in a state of worry as the…
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Apple Crop in Shimla District Damaged by Hailstorms, MLA Rathore Urges Government for Compensation
Shimla: Heavy hailstorms and rain in the Shimla district have caused significant damage to crops in many areas. Apple plants in Jadun…
Horticulture
Himachal clears the way for purchase of apples on a per-kilogram basis in mandis
Shimla: Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh have a reason to cheer as the state government has cleared the way for the purchase…
Horticulture
Decision on Universal Carton for apple packaging soon: Himachal CM
Himachal Govt studying legality for implementation of universal cartons for Apple packaging
Horticulture
Symbol of love, fertility and abundance: Apples have fascinating history to tell
The apple fruit has a long and rich history, dating back thousands of years. The exact origins of the apple are uncertain,…
Horticulture
Experts impart training on new techniques of high-density orchards
Mashobra/Shimla: The technical expert from New Zealand Dr Steph Montgomery, Dr. Jack Hughes- Plant Physiologist, Dr. Mike Nelson Nutrition expert and Dr…