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 […]
Kashmir youth develops innovative seed-sowing machine to support farmers
Srinagar, June 1, 2026- A young innovator from Kashmir, Naik Qayoom, is earning praise for developing an automatic seed-sowing machine designed to make farming easier, more efficient, and cost-effective for local farmers. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation since his school days, Qayoom transformed his ideas into a practical agricultural solution. His lightweight […]
Budgam Strawberry festival promotes modern farming and Kashmiri culture
Budgam,May 23, 2026- The Strawberry Picking Festival commenced in the Khansahib area of Budgam district, drawing enthusiastic participation from locals, farmers, youth, and visitors. The two-day festival aims to promote modern farming practices while showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Kashmir. The event features strawberry farms open for visitors, allowing participants to experience strawberry picking […]
Rajouri blossoms: Farmers embrace ultra-high-density fruit farming in J&K
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 […]
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan has brought scientists and farmers closer: J&K LG Manoj Sinha
Kulgam, June 14, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the Mountain Research Centre for Field Crops (MRCFC), Khudwani, under Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) Kashmir in Kulgam district today to participate in the closing ceremony of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan 2025. The event also marked the Shubh Aarambh of […]
Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone launches Hi-Tech vegetable seedling Sale at Shopian’s mini secretariat green house
Shopian, April 4, 2025: Additional District Development Commissioner of Shopian, Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone, inaugurated the sale of hi-tech vegetable seedlings today at the Green House located within the Mini Secretariat complex in Shopian. Organised by the Shopian Agriculture Department, the initiative aims to promote modern farming practices and empower local farmers with access to […]
Progressive farmer in Pulwama thrives with integrated dairy development scheme under HADP
Pulwama, April , 2 ,2025 – In the heart of Pulwama, a progressive farmer is reaping the rewards of the Integrated Dairy Development Scheme under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme , transforming dairy farming into a sustainable and profitable venture. This initiative, launched by the Jammu and Kashmir government, is empowering farmers with modern techniques, […]
From modest to massive: J&K milk production leaps 19.6% in one year with entrepreneurial push
Srinagar, March 22, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a remarkable 19.6% surge in milk production over the past year, transforming the region’s dairy sector from modest beginnings to a burgeoning industry. This impressive growth, driven by an entrepreneurial wave and strategic government support, is reshaping livelihoods and boosting the local economy. The surge, […]