Himachal Apple Production Drops 48% YTD

Apple production in Himachal Pradesh has declined by 48 percent year‑to‑date, officials said on Tuesday. The drop follows earlier reports of poor weather and pest damage affecting orchards across the state. Farmers in districts such as Kullu and Shimla have reported lower yields, with some growers attributing the decline to unseasonal rains and a late frost. The state agriculture department is monitoring the situation and has urged growers to adopt protective measures. Market analysts warn that a sustained fall in output could push apple prices higher in the coming months.