Other Fruit Crops: Uttarakhand’s fruit-growing prowess extends beyond apples and strawberries. The state also cultivates high-quality plums, peaches, pears, cherries, and apricots. The lower altitude regions, such as Haridwar, Dehradun, and Udham Singh Nagar, are known for their orchards of these fruits. The rich soil, ample sunlight, and well-distributed rainfall in these areas contribute to their success in fruit production. Impact on the Local Economy: The fruit industry plays a vital role in Uttarakhand’s local economy. It provides employment opportunities for thousands of farmers and agricultural workers, contributing to rural development. The state’s fruit produce not only caters to the domestic market but is also exported to various parts of the country. Additionally, the establishment of fruit processing units and the promotion of agro-tourism have further boosted the economy and facilitated value addition to the fruit produce.
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