Kathua youth turns to Papaya farming, sets an example for others
Kathua, October 30,2026- At a time when many young people are searching for employment opportunities, Deepak Khajuria, an unemployed youth from Kathua, has taken an encouraging step towards self-employment by adopting commercial papaya farming using modern agricultural techniques. His initiative highlights the growing potential of agriculture and horticulture as sustainable livelihood options for young people […]
Jammu farmers benefit from HADP scheme, receive tractors at subsidised rates
Kashmir , October 26,2026– The Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) is helping farmers in Jammu strengthen their agricultural operations by improving access to modern machinery and providing financial assistance for equipment purchases. Through the initiative, the Agriculture Department is supporting farmers in adopting mechanised farming practices, reducing manual effort and improving convenience in day-to-day agricultural […]
GI-Tagged Bhaderwah Rajmash Harvest Begins, Hopes Rise for Bumper Yield
The seasonal harvest of the famous GI-tagged Bhaderwah Rajmash has begun in the hilly areas of Doda, bringing renewed hope of a strong crop and better returns for local farmers. At Khono village in Baghla-Bharat tehsil, located at around 6,100 feet above sea level, the Agriculture Department distributed nearly 100 kilograms of pure and certified […]
HADP Scheme Brings New Hope to Vegetable Growers in Bugam
Bugam village of Chadoora in Budgam district, popularly known as the “Chhota Punjab of Kashmir,” has a rich tradition of vegetable cultivation. For nearly three decades, local farmers have been growing vegetables and supplying fresh produce to markets across Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country. Progressive farmer Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat has […]
GI-Tagged Bhaderwah Rajmash harvest begins, farmers hope for a bumper yield
Doda, October 6,2026- In the hills of Doda district, the seasonal picking of the GI-tagged Bhaderwah Rajmash has begun. After three difficult years, farmers are cautiously optimistic that this season will bring the bumper crop they have been waiting for. A Welcome Turnaround The premium kidney beans, grown in the cool uplands around Bhaderwah, have been […]
Polyhouse Farming Boosts Income for J&K’s Reasi Farmer with 95% Subsidy Support
Polyhouse Farming Boosts Income for J&K’s Reasi Farmer with 95% Subsidy Support. Under Holistic Agricultural Development Programme, I had taken a Polyhouse. The Agriculture Department gave me 95% subsidy, said a farmer in village Bhaga, Reasi in Jammu & Kashmir. We grow off-season crops in the Polyhouse like cucumber, tomatoes, capsicum and beans, In one […]