Kerala innovator uses aeroponics to grow Kashmiri Saffron on his terrace
Kashmir, November 12,2025: In a remarkable example of innovation and sustainable farming, a man from Thrissur, Kerala, has successfully cultivated Kashmiri saffron — one of the world’s most precious and climate-sensitive crops — on his rooftop using aeroponic technology. Defying traditional growing conditions that confine saffron cultivation to the cold climes of Kashmir’s Pampore region, […]
From hive to heights: Anantnag woman’s sweet triumph
Anantnag, November 6,2025: Defying societal norms and traditional expectations, a woman entrepreneur from Anantnag has turned her passion for beekeeping into a thriving business. Her venture, which produces high-quality honey and related products, is gaining recognition across the Valley and inspiring other women to explore agriculture-based entrepreneurship. The entrepreneur emphasised that perseverance, skill, and innovative […]
165 cases approved under HADP and JKCIP for agriculture sector development in Shopian
Shopian, October 28,2025: In a major push toward boosting the agriculture sector in south Kashmir, the District Administration Shopian has approved 165 cases under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme and the Jammu and Kashmir Credit Incentive Programme . The initiative aims to enhance farm productivity, promote sustainable practices, and strengthen rural livelihoods across the district. […]
Director Agriculture Jammu Anil Gupta delivers 100,000 hybrid seedlings to Marh farmers under HADP for sustainable growth
Jammu, October 23, 2025 – In a significant move towards agricultural modernization, Director Agriculture Jammu Anil Gupta distributed 1 lakh high-yielding hybrid vegetable seedlings to Marh block farmers yesterday under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). The scheme, to boost productivity and farmers’ earnings, is a significant milestone in Jammu and Kashmir agriculture. The seedlings, […]
DC Kulgam powers Seva Parv finale with HADP, Mission YUVA, and PMAY homes
Kulgam, October 3, 2025 – In a resounding close to the fortnight-long #SevaParv celebrations, District Development Commissioner Athar Aamir Khan spearheaded a vibrant culmination event in Kulgam today, channeling the spirit of public service into tangible empowerment for hundreds of families and youth. The gathering, marked by enthusiastic community participation under the banner of #DCKULGAM, witnessed […]
ICRISAT and SKUAST-Kashmir: Advancing climate-resilient agriculture in J&K
Srinagar, August 18, 2025 – A high-level delegation from the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), comprising Dr. Stanford Blade, Deputy Director General-Research, Dr. Damaris Odeny, and Dr. Manzoor A. Dar, met with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday to discuss strategies for advancing climate-resilient agriculture in Jammu and Kashmir. The delegation was accompanied by Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice Chancellor […]
Kashmir’s green gold: Vegetable farming generates ₹1,239 crore
Srinagar , July 30, 2025– In a significant boost to the agricultural economy of Jammu and Kashmir, the region has recorded vegetable production worth ₹1,239 crore, marking a remarkable achievement for Kashmir’s farming sector. The latest data highlights the region’s growing potential in commercial vegetable cultivation and its emerging role in the national horticulture market. […]
BBA graduate turns garlic farmer, empowers women in Kupwara
KUPWARA, JULY 25:* In the heart of North Kashmir’s Kupwara district, a young woman is redefining success through sheer determination and innovative thinking. Humaira Ashiq, a 24-year-old BBA graduate from Drugmulla, has emerged as the ‘Garlic Girl of Kupwara’ after choosing garlic farming over a conventional corporate career. Armed with ambition and a deep sense […]
Kashmir’s lavender season in full bloom: profitable farming, fragrant fields, and a push from CSIR aroma mission
As lavender season sweeps through the picturesque Kashmir Valley, vast fields turn into waves of purple, and the air becomes heavy with the soothing scent of fresh blooms. In Sirhama village, located about 55 kilometers south of Srinagar, workers are busy harvesting this vibrant crop that has become synonymous with rural prosperity in the region. […]
Holistic Agriculture Policy Transforming Farmers’ Lives in Jammu & Kashmir: LG Manoj Sinha
During a special outreach programme held in Kulgam, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha, lauded the transformative impact of the Holistic Agriculture Development Policy (HADP), which has been in effect across the Union Territory since 2022. Speaking at the event, the LG remarked: “The Holistic Agriculture Development Policy has not only […]