A quiet transformation is taking place in Kashmir’s orchards and nurseries, where imported plant rootstocks are gradually reshaping the region’s horticulture landscape.

Nursery owners say rootstocks sourced from Europe and other countries are now being cultivated locally to develop high-quality fruit plants suited to the Valley’s conditions.

They believe the adoption of these modern horticulture techniques is not only improving plant production but also creating new employment opportunities for local workers involved in nursery management and cultivation.

Industry experts say the shift towards advanced rootstock varieties could help boost productivity, strengthen Kashmir’s horticulture sector and open up fresh avenues for economic growth in the region.