Key Agrofarming Concepts in Uttarakhand 1. Organic Farming Uttarakhand is India's first organic state, promoting chemical-free agriculture. Crops like millets, pulses, medicinal plants, and spices are grown using natural fertilizers and bio-pesticides. 2. Agroforestry Combining agriculture with tree plantation to improve soil fertility and prevent erosion. Popular trees include oak, rhododendron, and bamboo. 3. Horticulture and Floriculture The state grows high-value crops like apples, kiwis, plums, and apricots. Floriculture (marigold, rose, gerbera) is gaining traction for commercial purposes. 4. Integrated Farming System (IFS) Farmers practice a mix of agriculture, livestock, poultry, and aquaculture for sustainable income. 5. Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Cultivation Uttarakhand has a rich diversity of medicinal plants 6. Dairy and Animal Husbandry Indigenous breeds of cows, goats, and sheep are reared for milk, wool, and manure.
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