Apple growing has been one of the important resources of Kashmir for hundreds of thousands of farmers. The season's first harvest of Jeromine and King Roat high density apple varieties have already been dispatched to fruit markets in Delhi and other places. According to apple growers both these varieties of hybrid apples have been sold for a thousand rupees per 10 kilogram box, which is double the rate compared to traditional 'Delicious' varieties.
Besides the good rates, the high-density apple trees also require less efforts from growers as they are smaller in size and sprays reach every portion of the tree. The yield of high density apple trees is at least four times more than traditional varieties with 70 per cent less consumption of fertilizers and pesticides.
Source: deccanherald.com
