Srinagar, Dec. 27 -- Kashmir, long celebrated for its verdant landscapes, pristine orchards, and fertile fields, is facing an unprecedented challenge-climate change. The region's agriculture and horticulture, especially apple cultivation, are witnessing drastic disruptions, putting the livelihoods of farmers and growers at serious risk. For decades, Kashmir's identity has been intertwined with its agriculture, particularly apple orchards that contribute significantly to the local economy. However, rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and erratic weather patterns are threatening this delicate balance.Farmers are increasingly confronting delayed or early winters, untimely rains, and unexpected snowfall, which damage crops at critica...