Hill States eye walnut and almond farming to cut India’s nut imports
India’s hill states could expand walnut and almond cultivation using early-fruiting grafted saplings, supported by cold storage, farmer training and processing infrastructure. The push targets rising domestic demand, import substitution and rural value addition over the long term.
India’s hill states could expand domestic walnut and almond cultivation to meet rising consumer demand, reduce imports and create processing jobs. The article calls for cold storage, farmer training, quality grafted planting material and coordinated horticulture, FPO and industry support.
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