News Topic:Farmers
Kashmir
Kashmir cold storage facilities fully booked as apple growers hope for better returns
Kashmir's cold storage facilities are fully booked as apple growers hope for better prices, while operators stress proper grading to prevent storage losses.
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Kashmir
Kashmir sees shift to high-density apple cultivation as growers seek higher returns
Kashmir growers are shifting to high-density apple farming for better yields and returns, with a 50% subsidy available to eligible farmers under a government scheme.
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Kashmir
J&K Weather: Dry conditions expected through October 31
Meteorological Centre Srinagar forecasts light rain in isolated areas on October 23–24, dry weather through October 31 and possible rain or snow in early November.
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Kashmir
Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell
Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.
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J&K
Only 42% of J&K’s net sown area under irrigation in 2023-24
Only 42% of J&K’s net sown area was under irrigation in 2023-24, leaving nearly 58% dependent on rainfall and seasonal water availability.
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J&K
J&K pesticide use flagged as farmers urged to adopt safer agriculture
A Jammu conference highlighted reported high pesticide use in J&K and urged farmers to adopt natural farming, crop diversification and safer practices.
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Kashmir
Hailstorm damages crops, orchards in Beerwah, farmers seek relief
A hailstorm with strong winds damaged crops and orchards in parts of Beerwah, Budgam, as farmers sought an early damage assessment and relief.
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Business & Economy
Kashmir’s high-density apple orchards deliver higher returns as prices hit ₹200/kg
Growers from Pulwama and Shopian said modern plantations have enabled them to make better use of limited land while reducing the waiting period for substantial returns.
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Kashmir cold storage facilities fully booked as apple growers hope for better returns
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