Kashmir cold storages drive daily apple rush to national markets
Srinagar, January 19,2026- Thanks to the region’s well-equipped cold storages, Kashmir continues to dispatch over 150 truckloads of apples daily to national markets, ensuring consistent supply and maintaining quality during transit. The efficient storage and logistics system have become crucial in sustaining the state’s apple trade and supporting local growers. Industry experts noted that the […]
Pulwama CA cold storage brings relief to Kashmir apple farmers
Pulwama, January 12,2026-Apple growers in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have welcomed the opening of new Controlled Atmosphere cold store chambers, calling it a major boost for the horticulture sector as rising market prices improve returns for farmers. The newly operational CA cold storage facility is enabling apple growers to store their produce scientifically, helping them […]
Kashmir’s pride on track — 14,000 MTs of Apples ride the rails to India
Srinagar, October 30,2025:In a major boost to horticulture logistics and trade, more than 14,000 metric tonnes (MTs) of apples have been transported from Kashmir to various parts of the country through the Indian Railways network this season. The initiative has significantly streamlined the movement of the Valley’s premium produce, ensuring faster, cost-effective, and eco-friendly transportation. […]
J&K Government provides SRTC trucks to fruit growers to tackle freight hike
Srinagar, September 17, 2025: In a timely intervention to support the vital horticulture sector, the Jammu and Kashmir government has announced the provision of State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) trucks to fruit growers upon request, easing transportation challenges during the peak apple harvest season. Horticulture Minister Javaid Ahmad Dar emphasized the administration’s readiness to offer […]
Iltija Mufti meets LG Manoj Sinha to tackle Kashmir’s apple crisis amid NH-44 closure
Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and Bijbehara Constituency Incharge Iltija Mufti met with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today to highlight the dire crisis engulfing the region’s vital apple industry due to the prolonged shutdown of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway (NH-44). The closure, triggered by heavy rains and flash […]
Kashmir apples:Transforming glut into global leverage through strategic storage
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir’s apple industry, a cornerstone of India’s horticulture, is at a pivotal moment. Spanning 172,000 hectares, the region produces 2.06 million tonnes of apples annually, accounting for nearly 90% of India’s apple output alongside Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Yet, despite rising yields, a price squeeze driven by import timing […]
Kashmir’s apples take the global stage: A fruitful season for Pulwama and Shopian
Srinagar, April 9, 2025 — Kashmir’s apple orchards are buzzing with optimism as the region’s prized fruit makes a remarkable leap from local markets to international shelves. With Pulwama and Shopian at the forefront, this season is shaping up to be a game-changer for growers, marked by surging global demand, better prices, and an expanding […]