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horticulture
Commodities J&K Plans Clean Plant Centre to Boost Horticulture Quality, Says Minister
Jammu and Kashmir Agriculture Production Minister Javid Ahmad Dar outlined plans to establish a Clean Plant Centre to improve horticulture planting material quality, while also addressing challenges like lack of crop insurance for apples and saffron, pest infestations from imported material, and shrinking farmland. The interview covered high-density apple cultivation success and climate adaptation efforts.
Commodities India’s horticulture output hits record 378 mt in 2025-26
India's horticulture production for the 2025-26 crop year is estimated at a record 377.78 million tonnes, up from 370.74 mt a year ago, according to the Agriculture Ministry. The increase is driven by a marginal rise in acreage and improved yields in fruits, vegetables, spices, and flowers. Key crops like banana, mango, potato, and tomato posted gains.
Sahyadri Farms Expands into B2C Processed Foods Market
Sahyadri Farms, a leading Farmer Producer Organisation in India, is set to enter the B2C market with processed horticultural products. The company aims for B2C to contribute 30% of its revenue in the next decade.
Commodities Tamil Nadu Mango Farmers Boost Yields with High-Density Planting
Tamil Nadu mango farmers have significantly increased their yields by adopting ultra high-density planting (UHDP) techniques. This shift, supported by Coca-Cola's Project Unnati, has transformed traditional farming practices, allowing for multiple harvests annually and improved income stability.