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Cherry growers in Kashmir, currently
amidst their harvest season, are facing a reduction in yield estimated between
30-50% compared to the previous year, reduction being attributed to erratic
weather patterns.
The
region, known for its significant contribution to India's cherry production
with an annual output ranging from 12,000 to 14,000 tonnes, is experiencing a
downturn in this year's harvest.
Last
season, the valley reported high stone fruit production, benefiting growers,
particularly in the northern parts of Kashmir. The cherry harvest, commencing mid-May and extending until the second
week of July, is a critical period for local agriculture. According to the
J&K horticulture department, cherry cultivation spans approximately 2,800
hectares.
Despite the current challenges, cherries
have reached the fruit markets in Sopore and Srinagar, from where they are
distributed across the country.
Abdul
Lateef, a fruit grower from Pattan, noted a decrease in production levels
compared to last year but mentioned the market's enthusiasm for the first crop
of the season, with his 600 boxes of cherries selling for ₹80 to 180 per
kilogram.
[₹100 =
€1.10]
