HADP Polyhouse Shields Pulwama Farmer from Hailstorms, Boosts Organic Farming
Imtyaz Ahmad Mir, a Farmer from Pulwama, J&K said, We are extremely grateful to the Agriculture department; it has not only provided us with employment but also enabled us to offer employment to others. There are many risks involved in this type of open-field farming, and we have to deal with various weather conditions. […]
Pulwama youth turns melon farming into a thriving enterprise under HADP
Pulwama, July 21,2026- Demonstrating how innovation and agriculture can go hand in hand, Mohsin Nazir, a BSc Mathematics graduate from Pulwama, has transformed his passion for farming into a flourishing melon cultivation enterprise under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). His success story is emerging as an inspiration for educated youth to explore agriculture as […]
National fish farmers day 2026: Anantnag emerges as trout farming success story under HADP
Anantnag, July 11,2026- National Fish Farmers Day 2026 has brought the spotlight on Anantnag’s remarkable progress in trout farming, with the district emerging as a model for sustainable aquaculture under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). The success story of local trout farmer Mohd Yousuf Rather reflects how government support and modern farming practices are transforming […]
65 Kisan Khidmat Ghars strengthen agriculture in Kishtwar; applications invited for 7 new Krishi Udyami posts
Kishtwar, July 5,2026- In a significant step towards strengthening agricultural extension services in rural areas, the Agriculture Department, Kishtwar, under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), has established 65 Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) across the district to provide farmers with doorstep agricultural services. Out of the 65 sanctioned KKGs, 56 are currently operational, offering a range […]
Pulwama farmer reaps success with HADP-supported Hi-Tech polyhouse cultivation
Pulwama, June 24,2026-A progressive farmer from South Kashmir’s Pulwama district is setting an example in modern agriculture by successfully cultivating high-quality cucumbers in a hi-tech polyhouse established under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir, a resident of Pulwama, has embraced protected cultivation through a HADP-supported hi-tech polyhouse, enabling him to grow premium […]
Pampore Youth Rafiq Rasool pioneers modern farming, creates opportunities for local youth
Pampore, June 1,2026- A young farmer from Pampore, Rafiq Rasool, is emerging as a symbol of innovation and self-reliance by transforming traditional farming practices through modern agricultural techniques. With support received under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Rafiq has successfully established a high-tech polyhouse and ventured into the cultivation of off-season vegetables. His initiative […]
30 Kisan Khidmat Ghars give J&K Farmers Big Boost I Offer Seeds, Info & Support
30 Kisan Khidmat Ghars give J&K Farmers Big Boost I Offer Seeds, Info & Support Around 30 KKGs Kisan Khidmat Ghar have been established. These are one-stop shop for agriculture facilitating J&K farmers. Here, fertilisers, seed and all information related to agriculture and PM Kisan scheme, the farmers can easily obtain. If there is damage […]
Pulwama’s Entrepreneur Starts Organic Fertiliser Unit, Sees District-Wide Demand
Pulwama’s Entrepreneur Starts Organic Fertiliser Unit, Sees District-Wide Demand For ten years I have worked as a Biotechnology teacher. My younger brother is M Sc in Biotechnology. He gave a suggestion to start an organic fertiliser unit in Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir. So we started in 2018. We started a small vermi compost unit. The […]
J&K agriculture: Science meets growth
Kashmir, January 3,2025-The agricultural sector of Jammu & Kashmir remains the backbone of the region’s rural economy, with nearly 70 percent of the population dependent on agriculture and allied activities. Together, agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and fisheries contribute around 20 percent to the UT’s GDP, with crops accounting for 11–12 percent, livestock 5–6 percent, and fisheries […]
Sustainable Farming Takes Root in Rajouri: 50 Farmers Train for a Chemical-Free Future
Sustainable Farming Takes Root in Rajouri: 50 Farmers Train for a Chemical-Free Future I grow vegetables. Abid Hussain, vegetable farmer in Rajouri, Jammu & Kashmir says, we used to grow corn but there is no benefit in it. Now we grow vegetables such as radish, spinach, kadam, turnip, coriander. There is a lot of hard […]