A high-level meeting to enhance Jammu and Kashmir’s agricultural and horticultural sectors was held today at ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture (ICAR-CITH), Rangret, Srinagar
The meeting, chaired by Dr. Mahendra Kumar Verma, Director of ICAR-CITH, focused on addressing the significant challenges faced by stakeholders, particularly the rising costs associated with apple cultivation, a statement issued to Ziraat Times said.
The gathering brought together prominent stakeholders, including the President of the Jammu and Kashmir Fruits and Vegetables Processing and Integrated Cold Chain Association (JKPICCA), Bashir Ahmad Naik, and representatives from the Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers cum Dealers Union. Discussions centered on collaborative strategies to bolster the region’s horticultural landscape and improve the livelihoods of fruit growers.
Bashir Ahmad Naik, President of JKPICCA, expressed his gratitude to Dr. Verma for organizing the meeting and acknowledged the contributions of all participants.
“The insights shared during this session have laid a solid foundation for addressing the pressing issues faced by the horticulture community,” he said, appreciating the commitment of the Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers cum Dealers Union to the sector’s development.
The meeting concluded with optimism as stakeholders committed to implementing the collaborative initiatives discussed. These efforts aim to create a positive impact on Jammu and Kashmir’s agricultural and horticultural sectors, fostering growth and sustainability for the region’s fruit growers.
