Expanding horticulture in Himachal Pradesh
The state has made significant progress in the development of horticulture.
The topographical variations and altitudinal differences coupled with fertile, deep and well drained soils favour the cultivation of temperate to sub-tropical fruits.
The region is also suitable for cultivation of ancillary horticultural produce like flowers, mushroom, honey and hops.
In 2014-15 up to December 2014, 6.53 lakh tonnes of fruits were produced in the state.
As against the target of bringing 3,000 hectares of additional area under fruit plantation, the government has achieved 3,447 hectares in 2014-15.
Besides, 9.59 lakh fruit plants of different species were distributed up to December 2014 for the fiscal 2015.
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