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 […]