Himachal's apple production declined in 2024 due to adverse weather and new packaging norms. Increased competition from imports and rising costs further strained farmers, affecting the ₹5,000 crore apple economy and local market prices

On January 31, snowfall disrupted daily life in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir, while rainfall in parts of northern India increased

Apple production, a crucial contributor to Himachal Pradesh's economy, is expected to experience a significant drop this year.

Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh are facing new challenges due to unseasonable rains and snowfalls, which have negatively