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Kashmir fruit growers concerned as dry spell and heatwave threaten horticulture

The ongoing dry spell and heatwave in Kashmir have left fruit growers deeply concerned, who fear severe impacts on the region's horticulture sector.

Prolonged dry spell threatens crop growth and productivity in Kashmir

The ongoing prolonged dry spell this summer is causing immense distress among valley farmers, raising concerns about its severe impact on crop growth.

Saffron prices decline 4.5% over two years

The average price of saffron has fallen 4.5% in the national capital, New Delhi, during the past two years, according to the news agency KNO.

Dry weather threatens Kashmir apple crop, farmers concerned

Apple growers in Kashmir are worried about the ongoing dry weather conditions, which threaten the development of this season’s fruit crop.

Kashmir valley’s garlic harvest yields record revenue of Rs 300 crores

The Kashmir valley has achieved remarkable revenue generation of Rs. 300 crores from this year's garlic production, with an increase in prices.

South Kashmir apple growers alarmed as leaf miner pest ravages orchards

Apple growers in several areas of southern Kashmir are increasingly concerned as a leaf miner pest continues to infect their orchards for the fourth consecutive year.

Fruit growers accuse cold storage owners of exorbitant charges in Kashmir

Not all is well between fruit growers and Controlled Atmosphere (CA) and cold storage owners with the former alleging the facility owners for charging them exorbitant rates.

Kashmiri apple growers face heavy losses amid low market demand

The apple growers and traders in Kashmir are grappling with heavy losses due to continuous low demand in various markets.

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