Himachal apple crop threatened by delayed flowering and rising temperatures

Himachal Pradesh's apple crop is facing considerable challenges this season, according to agricultural experts who cite delayed flowering and rising temperatures as key factors affecting yield.

The state, a major apple-producing region in India, has seen flowering occur later than usual, disrupting the natural pollination cycle. Simultaneously, higher temperatures have created unfavourable conditions for fruit development and quality.

These climatic pressures come at a time when the apple sector remains economically vital for thousands of farmers in hill districts. The combination of delayed flowering and temperature volatility is expected to impact both quantity and quality of the harvest, potentially affecting farmer incomes and the state's agricultural output.