Farmers in Rajouri are receiving the benefits of ultra-high-gradation apple cultivation, are a transformative initiative that is strengthening local youth and increasing their livelihood.
By adopting modern agricultural techniques, farmers are witnessing a significant increase in income and self-independence with the help of government-backed schemes and support from the horticulture department.
Mehtab Ahmed Malik, a local farmer, shared his success story saying, “When I first started it, I never thought it would actually happen. Then, when I went to the Horticulture office, Shafkat Khan directed me to the matter. 10-15 crores.
Local farmer Mehtab Malik’s father Mohammad Quum appreciated the efforts of the government, saying, “The government recently introduced plans that were unknown earlier. However, awareness is increasing, and people are now benefiting from these programs. Improvement.
District Horticulture Officer Rajouri, Shafkat Hussain Khan highlighted progress, “In the last 2-3 years, we are working on high density cultivation, and the results are almost here. It makes farmers happy and enhances our plantation. Results are coming out. (AI)
