Shimla, April 23 -- Concerns over climate change, declining productivity and the urgent need for adoption of new technologies took a centre stage during the discussions at 7th Annual Apple Conclave organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in Shimla on Wednesday.

Held under the theme "Realigning Apple Farming for Enduring Prosperity," the conclave brought together key stakeholders-including around 300 farmers from across state-to deliberate on the structural, agronomic, and market challenges impacting the state's apple economy.

During the conclave, Adani Agri Fresh also announced to roll out digital mandis across its three controlled atmosphere storage units in Himachal, starting next season.

Inaugurating the conclave, Dr...