Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated that lavender cultivation could transform Jammu and Kashmir's agriculture and tourism sectors, increasing farmer incomes and attracting visitors.

Nuner village, Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Who

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Agriculture Department, SKUAST-Kashmir, SKUAST-Jammu, Central Government

What

When

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT · 1d 3h ago

Where

Nuner village, Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, India ·

Why

To promote economic diversification, increase farmer incomes, and boost tourism in Jammu and Kashmir by encouraging lavender cultivation as a viable alternative crop due to its lower water and chemical input requirements and high market value.

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The initiative aims to shift agricultural practices towards more sustainable methods, reduce farmer vulnerability to climate change, and develop a tourism model similar to France's Provence region, potentially increasing regional economic output and reducing reliance on traditional crops.

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