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On Feb. 11, 2026, over 100 apple farmers and FPO reps in Shimla attended a CII-led session on climate-resilient apple farming, stressing science-based practices, better infrastructure, and timely subsidies.
On February 11, 2026, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Himachal Pradesh, with CII FACE, hosted a day-long session in Shimla with over 100 apple farmers and 15+ FPO representatives.
The event focused on building a climate-resilient and competitive apple economy through science-based practices, improved post-harvest infrastructure, high-density plantations, micro-irrigation, and quality planting material.
Experts emphasized FPOs’ role in enhancing market access and collective bargaining, while urging farmers to follow guidelines from the Horticulture Department and Dr YS Parmar University to avoid misinformation.
Government initiatives under MIDH were highlighted, though concerns remained about timely subsidy delivery to small farmers.
The session aimed to strengthen the apple value chain for sustainability and global competitiveness.
El 11 de febrero de 2026, más de 100 agricultores de manzanas y representantes de FPO en Shimla asistieron a una sesión dirigida por CII sobre el cultivo de manzanas resistentes al clima, haciendo hincapié en prácticas basadas en la ciencia, mejor infraestructura y subsidios oportunos.