Arunachal Pradesh is setting new benchmarks in agricultural innovation and economic sustainability. Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Pema Khandu recently laid the foundation stone for the Centre of Excellence for Kiwi Fruit at Kardo, Lower Subansiri District an initiative designed to transform the state’s kiwi sector.
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Equipped with modern facilities such as protected cultivation, a hi-tech nursery, mother and demo blocks, R&D initiatives, post-harvest and value-addition infrastructure, training modules, and essential utilities, the Centre will act as a catalyst for growth.
Beyond boosting production, this initiative promises to empower farmers with knowledge, create livelihoods, and open fresh market opportunities for Arunachal’s produce. The state is poised to emerge as India’s kiwi capital by focusing on value addition and advanced practices.
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BrahmDevYadav 1 month 1 week ago
What conditions do kiwi plants like to grow in?
Kiwi plants thrive in a sunny,sheltered location with fertile,well-drained, sandy loam soil and a pH between 5.5 and 6.5, requiring 700-800 chilling hours in winter and adequate,well-distributed rainfall. They need protection from strong winds and frost, which can damage the vines and fruit. For fruit production, both male and female plants are necessary for pollination and a sturdy trellis is required for their vigorous growth.