Archive · 19 Sep 2025
Himachal Pradesh Apple Season Sees Record Harvest Despite Weather
Apple farmers in Himachal Pradesh had a really good year!
Even though there was a lot of rain and roads got damaged, they were able to sell a lot of apples.
The government helped by quickly fixing the roads so the apples could be transported easily.
The government also bought a lot of apples from the farmers through a program, which helped them make money.
The government made sure that the apple processing plants were working well too, so all the apples could be taken care of.
The government also said they are working to make sure apple farmers get good prices for their fruit.
Himachal Pradesh apple season saw record arrivals despite heavy rains and road damage.
Over 17 million apple boxes arrived in mandis between June and September 2025.
HPMC procurement of apples exceeded 55,000 metric tonnes.
Roads damaged by floods were quickly restored to ensure apple transportation.
The government is committed to supporting apple growers through the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS).
- Who
- Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh
- What
- Record apple harvest and HPMC procurement.
- When
- Between June 27 and September 15, 2025
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, India
- Why
- Despite torrential rains and road damage, a successful apple season.
Challenges Faced
Government Support
Road Access
Challenges Faced
Road blockages still restrict access to some collection centres.
Government Support
The government deployed additional trucks for timely lifting of produce.
- HPMC Procurement
- Exceeds 55,000 metric tonnes
- Apple Boxes Arrived
- 1,73,74,204 (June 27 - Sept 15, 2025)
- Total Boxes Sold (Shimla & Kinnaur)
- 1,09,86,863
- HPMC Processing Capacity
- 400 tonnes daily
- Collection Centers
- 274