Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Uttar Pradesh is being developed as a premium fruit hub through initiatives discussed at the Fruit Horizon 2026 conference held at the ICAR-Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture (CISH) in Lucknow. The conference focused on improving fruit quality, shelf life, export standards, and achieving “zero rejection” for international markets. A specialized task force involving ICAR institutions, APEDA, exporters, and related agencies will prepare an action plan to increase farmers’ income and strengthen the horticulture sector. In addition, a modern Clean Plant Centre is being established to provide disease-free planting materials for fruits such as mango, guava, litchi, and avocado, boosting export-oriented agricultural development.