From Traditional to High-Density: Kashmir's Changing Landscape of Apple Cultivation
The demand for high-density apple orchards is surging due to disruptions in traditional apple supplies from Himachal Pradesh, driven by floods. While high-density orchards offer significant benefits in yield and fruit quality, growers should not expect constant high prices. Despite initial challenges, more orchards are converting to high-density, with 2023 expected to be a substantial year. However, challenges remain, such as the lack of local high-density nurseries. Some growers are experimenting with grafting high-yield varieties onto traditional rootstocks, offering an alternative to comple...
Source: kashmirlife.net
