Kashmir Agriculture

Kashmir Agriculture

Govt Committed Towards Horticulture Promotion and Growers Welfare: Javid Dar Agriculture Minister

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Javid Dar Agriculture Minister

Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, today reaffirmed government’s commitment towards strengthening of Horticulture sector and welfare of farmer community across Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking as chief guest at the felicitation ceremony of new office bearers of Jammu and Kashmir Processing & Integrated Cold Chain Association (JKPICCA), including

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Scientist Stockholders Meet held at FOA SKUAST-K Wadura Organized by Kashvet Innovations Private Limited and Mountain Research Center for Sheep and Goat

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FOA SKUAST-K Wadura

“Scientist-Stakeholders Meet” was jointly organized by Kashvet Innovations Private Limited (SKUAST-K Start-Up) and Mountain Research Center for Sheep and Goat, Shuhama, at Faculty of Agriculture Wadura,where Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai was present as the Chief Guest, Director Research, SKUAST-K, Prof Haroon Naik as the Guest of honour and Director Sheep Husbandry Department,

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Importance Of Mughal Road: Prices of Kashmiri apples fall in Poonch, Locals urge govt to keep Mughal Road open throughout year

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kashmiri Apple

The prices of Kashmiri apples have fallen and people in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch are buying them at low rates. Local residents gave credit to Mughal Road which reduces transportation time and urged the government to keep this road open for 12 months. Mughal Road proves to be an effective link between Poonch and Kashmir

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The Golden Essence: Saffron’s Journey from Field to Spice

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saffron

Introduction to Saffron: The World’s Costliest Spice Saffron, often called “red gold,” is renowned for its vibrant colour, rich aroma, and flavourful essence. Derived from the flower Crocus sativus, known as the saffron crocus, this spice holds a unique position in culinary and cultural histories. The saffron crocus blooms with deep crimson stigmas, which are

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Reviving Kashmir’s Saffron Heritage: Why Operationalising Bore Wells is Key to Sustaining Pampore’s Saffron Cultivation

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saffron

The Essence of Kashmir’s Saffron Heritage In South Kashmir’s Pulwama district, the historic town of Pampore is celebrated as the “Saffron Town” of India. Known for producing one of the world’s finest varieties of saffron, Pampore has been home to this heritage crop for centuries. The vibrant purple flowers and the precious red threads harvested

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Chowdhury Mohammad Iqbal Director Agriculture Kashmir today visited saffron areas of Pampore to take stock of the crop scenario

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Chowdhury Mohammad Iqbal

The Director Agriculture Kashmir, Chowdhury Mohammad Iqbal today visited saffron areas of Pampore to take stock of the crop scenario. During the visit, the Director inspected flower picking in different fields and took feedback from the concerned saffron growers.While having discussion with the farmers, he underlined the efforts by the department for strengthening saffron cultivation.

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Mudasir Ahmad Bhat Pioneers Saffron Cultivation in North Kashmir: A New Agricultural Era

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Saffron

In a significant development for the agricultural landscape of North Kashmir, Mudasir Ahmad Bhat, a 27-year-old farmer from Heevan Narvaw in Baramulla district, has successfully grown saffron in his native area for the first time. This remarkable achievement not only marks a new chapter in his farming journey but also holds promise for the region’s

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Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, IAS Director Sericulture J&K Reviews Progress of Ongoing Works in Jammu Division

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During the review, Mr.Bhat stressed the importance of efficiently utilizing funds under key schemes such as the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), CAPEX, and Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS), including the “SILK SAMAGRA” initiative. He urged the officers to ensure the swift execution of projects and the achievement of targets within the shortest possible time. A

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Urgent need to transition from Agriculture to Agribusiness for growth of Agri- Economy- Baldev Parkash

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Baldev Parkash

Continuing its efforts to strengthen the agricultural sector and empower Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), J&K Bank today conducted second workshop in Jammu to educate farmers on the various credit schemes available with the banks. The workshop also focused on the process of creating credit linkages for FPOs to ensure better access to financial services. Representatives

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20th University Council Meeting of SKUAST Jammu Chaired by LG Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan

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University Council Meeting

The meeting was attended by Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shailendra Kumar, Principal Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Sh Santosh D Vaidya, Principal Secretary, Finance Department; Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lt Governor; Dr. BN Tripathi, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST Jammu; Prof. Nazir A. Ganai, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST Kashmir; Prof. P.L. Gautam, Pro-Chancellor, Career Point University

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