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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,…

By Rahul Bhandari May 5, 2023

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.…

By Rahul Bhandari May 2, 2023

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…

By Rahul Bhandari April 22, 2023

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…

By Rahul Bhandari April 8, 2023

Horticulture

Decision on Universal Carton for apple packaging soon: Himachal CM

Himachal Govt studying legality for implementation of universal cartons for Apple packaging

By Rahul Bhandari April 1, 2023

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,…

By Rahul Bhandari March 5, 2023

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…

By Rahul Bhandari February 24, 2023