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Agriculture
Himachal Pradesh Procures 8,000 MT of Apples Under MIS Scheme
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 07:32 AM
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The Himachal government has procured 8,000 metric tonnes of apples under the MIS scheme to bolster farmer incomes and manage market supply.
The Himachal Pradesh government announced the procurement of 8,000 metric tonnes of apples under the Minimum Intervention Scheme (MIS). The purchase is aimed at providing a safety net for apple growers and preventing price volatility in the state’s major horticultural commodity.
State officials said the procurement will be carried out through the existing supply‑chain mechanisms, ensuring that the fruit reaches regulated markets promptly. By securing a large volume, the administration hopes to stabilize market rates and offer growers a reliable outlet for their produce.
The move reflects the government's continued focus on supporting the horticulture sector, which forms a significant part of Himachal's rural economy. Stakeholders are expected to monitor the impact of the procurement on both farm incomes and consumer prices in the coming weeks.
State officials said the procurement will be carried out through the existing supply‑chain mechanisms, ensuring that the fruit reaches regulated markets promptly. By securing a large volume, the administration hopes to stabilize market rates and offer growers a reliable outlet for their produce.
The move reflects the government's continued focus on supporting the horticulture sector, which forms a significant part of Himachal's rural economy. Stakeholders are expected to monitor the impact of the procurement on both farm incomes and consumer prices in the coming weeks.