News Topic:J&K Agriculture Department
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Dry spell affects saffron cultivation in Kashmir
The dry spell in Kashmir has had a devastating impact on saffron production this year, with yields dropping by 50 to 70 percent compared to previous years.
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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.
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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.
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Centre notes drastic decline in saffron production in J-K
The Centre on Tuesday said that the production of saffron has declined by over 67 per cent from 2010 to 2024.
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Kashmir
Prolonged dry spell ravages agriculture in Kashmir
The persistent dry spell in Kashmir is wreaking havoc on farmers, as crops suffer extensive damage, prompting the Agriculture Department to issue advisories.
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Enforcement agencies seize large quantities of substandard fertilizer in Shopian
A joint team of enforcement wing of the J&K Agriculture Department seized a huge quantity of substandard fertilizer in Sugoo village of Shopian district.
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Pulwama farmers worried over ‘rice blast’ disease, seek compensation
The farmers in several areas of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have complained of heavy loss due to the rice blast disease.
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Crisis looms as inclement weather delays paddy transplantation in Kashmir
The continuous inclement weather last month has led to a delay in the paddy transplantation process in Kashmir.
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