JUMLA, March 16 -- The "Ek Ghar, Ek Syau Bagaicha" (One House, One Apple Garden) campaign that began in Jumla with an aim of making farmers self-sustained through apple farming has proved to be beneficial for the farmers.

As part of the project, 3,450 hectares of land has been used for apple farming. According to Krishi Gyan Kendra Jumla, farmers have gained much profit through apple farming.

Farmers were initially attracted towards apple farming because Jumla's soil and climate greatly favored the growth of healthy, juicy apples. The "Ek Ghar, Ek Syau Bagaicha" program began in Jumla from the Fiscal Year 2008/09. As part of the program, farmers were provided with apple seeds and given training regarding the significance of apple farmin...