Rajouri, November 10,2025: The border district of Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a remarkable horticulture revolution, as local farmers are shifting from traditional cereal crops to ultra-high-density fruit farming. This transformation is reshaping the region’s agricultural landscape, improving productivity, and boosting farmers’ incomes.
Encouraged by the Department of Horticulture, J&K, farmers in Rajouri have adopted modern cultivation techniques for apples, pears, and other high-value fruit crops. The ultra-high-density plantation model, which allows more trees per hectare and ensures higher yields with efficient use of land and water, is gaining immense popularity among progressive growers.
Officials highlighted that this shift is part of the government’s broader initiative to diversify agriculture, promote sustainable farming practices, and make Jammu and Kashmir a leading horticulture hub. The adoption of drip irrigation systems, advanced rootstocks, and scientific pruning methods has further strengthened this transformation.
Local farmers shared that the move towards fruit-based farming has not only increased profits but also created employment opportunities and encouraged youth participation in the horticulture sector.
The ongoing horticulture revolution in Rajouri stands as a model of innovation, resilience, and rural empowerment — marking a new era for the farming community of Jammu and Kashmir.
