Shimla, Nov. 6 -- Himachal Pradesh's National Stone Fruit Conference was successfully organised at Thanadhar in Shimla district, jointly hosted by the Stone Fruit Growers Association, the Department of Horticulture, and the Krishi Vigyan Kendra.

The conference brought together policymakers, scientists, fruit growers, and other stakeholders to discuss strategies for strengthening, diversifying, and sustaining the stone fruit economy as a viable alternative and complement to apple cultivation.

Revenue, Horticulture, Tribal Development, and Public Grievances Minister Jagat Singh Negi, who presided over the event as the chief guest, said horticulture is the "lifeline" of farmers in Himachal's hill regions. He emphasised that the time has co...