Udhampur woman connects with Self Help Group, makes profits from her mushroom farming business
I have been doing Mushroom farming for three years, said a female in Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir. There are more ladies who work with me. I am grateful to this Government and the Department of Agriculture J&K who supported us and showed us the way to farming mushrooms. A Government official stated that […]
Mushroom project: A step towards sustainable agriculture
The Mushroom Project, integrated with the Holistic Agricultural Development Project (HADP), represents a unique and innovative approach to sustainable agriculture. This initiative, based in our corridor, serves as a model for controlled and year-round cropping, particularly in the cultivation of mushrooms. One of the key features of this project is the all-weather unit, a controlled […]
Baramulla’s women are venturing into low-cost mushroom cultivation, balancing studies & business
Starting a business is often a daunting yet rewarding journey, one that requires inspiration, vision, and determination. For one young individual, the decision to venture into entrepreneurship was sparked by observing his brother, an engineer, successfully launch his own business. Inspired by this, he sought an opportunity that would not only offer financial stability but […]
The transformative impact of Mushroom Farming in Baramulla
Over the past two to three years, the initiative to promote mushroom farming in Baramulla has significantly benefited the local community. Initially, the training provided was comprehensive, covering essential aspects such as cultivation techniques, profitability strategies, and operational guidelines. Participants learned vital practices, from maintaining optimal growing conditions to effective financial management. The process begins […]
Director Agriculture visits Zanatrag, Khrew, Shar shali areas of Pulwama
PULWAMA, JULY 10: The Director Agriculture Kashmir, Chowdhury Mohammad Iqbal today toured various areas including Zantrag, Khrew, Shaar shali of Pulwama district and visited agriculture fields in these areas, and interacted with the concerned farmers.Speaking to the farmers, Director Agriculture highlighted the importance of small scale agri cottage industries including apiculture, mushroom etc. He asked […]
Samba: 539 individuals set to avail wide range of HADP scheme benefits
SAMBA, JULY 04: District Development Commissioner Samba, Abhishek Sharma today reviewed the implementation and progress under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) scheme in the district as he chaired a meeting of stakeholders here in the meeting Hall of the DC office complex.At the outset, Chief Agriculture Officer, S. Madan Gopal Singh put forth a […]
Training & Distribution of Dhingri Mushroom Spawn Held in Galigadh, Trigam block of Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, JUNE 25: A training and distribution camp for Dhingri Mushroom Spawn was successfully conducted today at Galigadh area in the Trigam Block of district Kishtwar under the auspices of the Chief Agriculture Officer of Kishtwar, Amjad Hussain Malik.The initiative was carried out in the presence of Block Development Officer Trigam, Chandan Manhas, following directives […]
ADDC reviews implementation of HADP in Samba District
SAMBA, JUNE 08: Additional District Development Commissioner Samba Champa Devi today reviewed the implementation and progress under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) scheme in the district here at a meeting held in the meeting Hall of the DC office complex.At the outset, Chief Agriculture Officer S. Madan Gopal Singh presented a comprehensive update on […]
Group of 87 progressive farmers flagged-off from Kupwara for inter-state Exposure tour
KUPWARA, OCTOBER 17: A group of 87 progressive farmers, including women farmers was today flagged-off for a one day inter-state exposure tour from DC Office Complex, Kupwara.Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kupwara, Altaf Ahmad Khan flagged-off the farmers group.The exposure visit has been organized by Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Department under MIDH- PFMS (Mission […]