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Leaf Miner Pest Threatens Kashmir’s Prime Apple Belt

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AUGUST 24, 2025 ISSUE

Apple growers in north Kashmir's Baramulla district are grappling with mounting concerns as the leaf miner pest has started infesting orchards, leaving farmers anxious about potential large-scale losses during the ongoing season.

- Agencies

Farmers from several apple-rich belts, particularly Rafiabad, reported visible damage to their orchards, with an estimated 30-40% average damage already recorded. They fear the situation could escalate further if timely preventive measures are not taken,

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