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Saturday, June 7, 2025

All India Progressive Farmers Alliance (AIPFA)

India is a predominantly agricultural country, with farmers constituting 50% of its population. The issues faced by the farmers range from state to state and crop to crop, but in general, procurement of produce, fluctuating market prices, and production losses due to the vagaries of nature are the most potent issues that lead to agitations and suicide deaths among farmers. 

In addition, the lack of timely credit from the institutions, leading to higher-cost private loans, spurious inputs that fail crops, and a poor social security net, are the key concerns. But their issues and agenda remain largely unattended, even though various farmer groups and social and political outfits do voice their concerns. 

Medicinal plants of Kashmir

Attn:-  FPO/FPC/Cooperative societies/NGOs/Farmers

The  Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre-JKMPIC, is a pioneer institution to start cultivation of important indigenous medicinal plants and introduce many from other parts of the world. A preliminary study on cultivation of medicinal herbs & fruit plants in Jammu and Kashmir was from this institution.

Availability : Planting materials/seeds
Apple, Apricort, Kiwi, Goji berry, Ginkgo biloba, Almond, Peach, Pear, Elderberry, Howthorne berry , Hazel tree, Zaitoon, Sweet Chestnut, Walnut seed fruit plants are available
Spices : Chilli, Saffron, Garlic, wild Garlic
Fruit : Sweet Chestnut, Hazelnut, Chilgoza pine
Berries : Howthorne berry, Red Gojiberry, Black Gojiberry..
Minerals : Shilajit (Mount Atai)
 
Write us at : jkmpic@gmail.com
Home: https://jkmpic.blogspot.com
Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
POB 40 GPO Srinagar Kashmir JK 19 0001
WhatsApp: 9858986794

Organized efforts at the national and state levels for setting their agenda, coordination across groups, and taking up research-based advocacy for farmers have been lacking for a long time. 

ICFA has been organizing meetings of farmer bodies from time to time, and with that experience, it has created the All India Farmers Alliance to take on board all the key farmer organizations towards addressing the long-felt need. AIPFA has about 30 farmer organizations out of 40 or more significant entities working on a national level. AIPFA intends to broaden its ambit to include more organizations working on various levels for farmers. AIPFA has a national convener and four regional conveners, and its board includes representatives from all major farmer associations. 

Organizations interested in joining this Alliance may contact us.

The Story Behind Ginkgo Gulzar: Kashmir’s Green Sanctuary

Ginkgo Gulzar

Ginkgo Gulzar" most likely refers to Sheikh Gulzar, a renowned figure in the world of medicinal plants, particularly known for his work with Ginkgo biloba in disputed state of Kashmir. He is the Head of the Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre.

Here's what's known about Sheikh Gulzar's connection to ginkgo:

Expert on Ginkgo biloba:

Ginkgo Gulzar is deeply involved in the study and cultivation of Ginkgo biloba, also known as the maidenhair tree, in the Kashmir region.

Promoting Ginkgo's benefits:

He is known for sharing his knowledge and insights into the medicinal properties of ginkgo, particularly its potential for improving memory and focus.

Ginkgo House:

His work is based at "Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre" in Pampore, Southeren Kashmir, which is the location of the Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre.

Public figures:

He is a well-known figure in Kashmir, frequently sharing his thoughts and information about medicinal plants and their use, including on LinkedIn.

He is also known for promoting the use of ginkgo tea as a natural way to boost memory and focus.

In essence, "Ginkgo Gulzar" is used to identify and associate Sheikh Gulzar with his expertise and work on Ginkgo biloba, particularly in the context of Kashmir's medicinal plants and traditional knowledge.

Experience Kashmir Through Its Farms: A New Way to Travel

Agro Tourism in Kashmir is an emerging and promising sector that combines agriculture with tourism, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the rural lifestyle, farming activities, and natural beauty of the region. With its scenic valleys, diverse flora, and rich cultural heritage, Kashmir is ideally suited for agro-tourism development.
Himalayan Herbal Resorts Srinagar


Where Nature Meets Agriculture: Agro-Tourism in Kashmir

Ferula communis in Kashmir—also known as Giant Fennel—is a tall, aromatic herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean and some parts of Asia, including the Himalayan regions. In Kashmir, it is gaining attention both for its striking visual presence and its traditional medicinal value.

Ferula communis in Kashmir
Botanical Name: Ferula communis
Common Name: Giant Fennel

Local Significance : Though not as widely cultivated, it grows in sunny, dry alpine zones and is part of Kashmir’s diverse medicinal and wild flora.

Visual Beauty : Towering yellow umbels and thick, hollow stems make it a scenic plant, often compared to natural sculptures. It stands out dramatically against Kashmir’s rolling hills and meadows.

Availability : 50, 100, 250 seeds pkt
WhatsApp : +91-9858986794
e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com


Friday, June 6, 2025

Top Environmental Funding Opportunities in India

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Elderberr cultivation in cool regions of India

The  Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre-JKMPIC, is a pioneer institution to start cultivation of important indigenous medicinal plants and introduce many from other parts of the world. A preliminary study on cultivation of medicinal herbs & fruit plants in Jammu and Kashmir was from this institution.

AppleApricortKiwiGoji berryGinkgo bilobaAlmondPeachPearElderberryHowthorne berry , Hazel treeZaitoonWalnut seed fruit plants are available 

Write us at : jkmpic@gmail.com
Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
POB 40 GPO Srinagar kASHMIR JK 190001
WhatsApp: 9858986794
Ph: 01933-223705