Shopian, March 6 -- The Horticulture Department Shopian has recorded significant progress in farm mechanization and high-density plantation during the financial year 2025-26, implementing several interventions under centrally and UT-sponsored schemes to boost orchard productivity and farmers' incomes.

Officials said the department has intensified efforts toward modernization of orchards through mechanization support, irrigation expansion and adoption of advanced plantation technologies.

Under the Capex programme, the department distributed 6 power tillers, 25 power weeders and 95 motor power sprayers among orchardists. Additional mechanization support was provided under the Sub Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM), including 7 b...