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Kerameri Hills to turn apple paradise
Apple production in the district--- known for its diverse temperatures marked by hilly areas and dense forest cover is increasing after scientists of the Hyderabad-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) recently distributed two-and-a-half –year-old apple saplings to girijans free of cost.
Adilabad: Apple production in the district known for its diverse temperatures marked by hilly areas and dense forest cover is increasing after scientists of the Hyderabad-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) recently distributed two-and-a-half –year-old apple saplings to girijans free of cost.
More Girijans are taking to apple cultivation, particularly in Kerameri Hills, which have been found to be ideal site for raising the delicious fruit. These hills, described locally as Telangana Shimla, match the beauty of those found in Kashmir where during the winter the mercury touches four degrees Celsius. The weather matches that of Shimla with a thick blanket of fog.
A farmer of Danora village, Balaji, took up apple cultivation. The CCMB scientists visited his farm and confirmed that the weather conditions were suitable for growing the fruit. Balaji told The Hans India that he and other farmers had been raising the fruit after being given the saplings. He planted 150 trees in one acre land. He says the fruits would be ready next year.
Farmers are happy that apple cultivation will fetch them profit, as the required rainfall is recorded in the village. Hafiz, Arif, Madhav Keshab, Rama Rao, Dastagir are following the example set by Balaji. They have planted the saplings in their respective lands in Kerameri and Jodeghat villages, following the interest created by the scientists’ visit. Kerameri ZPTC Member Kalim is also cultivating apples. Farmers of nearby mandals of Jainur and Asifabad are also showing interest to grow the delicious fruit.
Farmers say that they have suffered losses after raising paddy. Following the demand for apples, a farmer, Rama Rao, is hopeful that there will be a turn for the better in their lives. He told THI that if the weather conditions turn suitable locally grown apples could hit the market here next season. This optimism is shared by the Horticulture department officials. However, Girijans want the cost of cultivation to be reimbursed.
By T Anjaiah
