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Showing posts with label kashmir seed bank. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kashmir seed bank. Show all posts

Saturday, July 18, 2026

JK Seed Bank – Conserving the Future of Himalayan Agriculture

JK Seed Bank

JK Seed Bank, Jammu and Kashmir  is a dedicated initiative focused on the conservation, multiplication, and promotion of high-quality seeds of medicinal, aromatic, horticultural, and traditional crop species from the Himalayan region. Located in Southeren Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, the seed bank serves as an important resource for farmers, researchers, home gardeners, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic planting material suited to temperate climates.

The seed bank works to preserve valuable indigenous and rare plant species while encouraging sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation. Its collection includes seeds of medicinal herbs, vegetables, fruit plants, forest trees, ornamental flowers, and aromatic crops that thrive in the unique climatic conditions of Kashmir. By safeguarding these genetic resources, JK Seed Bank contributes to protecting traditional Himalayan plant diversity for future generations.

In addition to seed conservation, the seed bank supports farmers by promoting organic farming, medicinal plant cultivation, agroforestry, and climate-resilient agriculture. It also aims to increase awareness about the economic and ecological importance of native plant species and provides guidance on seed selection, propagation, and cultivation practices.

Whether you are establishing a medicinal plant garden, expanding a commercial farm, or conducting research on Himalayan flora, JK Seed Bank offers access to a diverse range of quality seeds and planting materials. Through its commitment to conservation, education, and sustainable farming, the seed bank helps strengthen rural livelihoods while promoting environmentally responsible agriculture.

JK Seed Bank, Kashmir continues to play an important role in preserving Kashmir's rich botanical heritage and supporting the cultivation of valuable plant species that benefit agriculture, the environment, and future generations.

Available  : Seed/planting materials
WhatsApp  : 9858986794
e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

Sunday, July 12, 2026

JK Seed Bank (Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh Seed Bank)

Native Himalayan plant seeds

JK Seed Bank is a seed conservation and distribution initiative of the Jammu & Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre (JKMPIC). It focuses on preserving indigenous, heirloom, medicinal, vegetable, flower, fruit, and forest tree seeds adapted to the Himalayan region. According to information published by the organization, it has been saving and distributing seeds since 1996 and emphasizes non-GMO, untreated seed conservation.

Objectives

  • Conserve endangered and heirloom seed varieties.
  • Preserve the biodiversity of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh.
  • Promote sustainable and organic agriculture.
  • Supply quality planting material to farmers, researchers, schools, and home gardeners.
  • Encourage cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants.

Seed Collection

The seed bank maintains a diverse collection that includes:

Conservation Work

The organization states that it is working to preserve valuable plant genetic resources and has proposed long-term seed conservation efforts, including plans for secure seed storage to safeguard biodiversity against natural disasters and other risks.

Services

  • Seed conservation
  • Seed exchange
  • Supply of planting material
  • Nursery development
  • Medicinal plant promotion
  • Technical guidance for cultivation
  • Support for biodiversity conservation

Contact Information

According to the organization's published information:

  • Organization: Jammu & Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre (JKMPIC)
  • Seed Bank: Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh Seed Bank
  • Location: POB No 40 GPO, Jammu & Kashmir – 190001
  • Email: jkmpic@gmail.com
  • Phone: +91-1933-223705
  • Mobile/WhatsApp: +91-9858986794

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Saturday, January 31, 2026

Jammu & Kashmir Seed Bank

 


JK Seed Bank specializes in:

Conservation and supply of native Himalayan seeds (vegetables, herbs, flowers, forest and wild plant seeds)

Offering organic and traditional seed varieties adapted to local climates

Seeds for medicinal plants and rare species
This makes them useful for farmers, gardeners, researchers, and anyone interested in preserving heirloom or biodiverse seed varieties.


JK Seed Bank
POB 40, GPO, Srinagar, Kashmir- JK 190001
WhatsApp : 9858986794
Ph: 01933-223705
e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com
home: https://jkseedsbank.blogspot.com

Saturday, December 11, 2021

Kashmir Seed Bank

Kashmir Seed Bank
“Herbal Garden” of  “Herbal Garden” of  Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre is situated at the centre of the institute. Area of Herbal garden is 3 Kanals in two areas  with landscaped area comprising of more than 193 species and more than 2500 plants in number containing medicinal herbs, shrubs, trees, fruit plants, berries and climbers. 

Garden simulates terrace farming patterns as it has hilly terrain. The left side of the garden comprises of medicinal herbs, shrubs and climbers and medicinal trees have been grown on right side, both the sides are divided by steps. Herbal garden is equipped with appropriate water source, tools and other materials. It has facility of green house and a poly-house for better propagation and preservation of medicinal plants/herbs, it is maintain by the skilled garden workers. 

Herbal Garden facilitates the academic and research need of the institute. The main objective is to facilitate the training and teaching of medicinal plants by way of identification and demonstration of the medicinal plants.

Availability : Herb seed, medicinal plants, trees, raw herbs...
WhatsApp: 9858986794
Ph: 01933-223705
e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

Thursday, April 16, 2020

J&K seed Bank

Jammu and Kashmir Seed Bank
Natural seeds, Flower seeds, Fruit seeds, Vegetable seeds, Herb seeds, Grass seeds, Shrub seeds,  Fruit plant seeds,  Vine seeds, Flower Seeds, heritage seeds, heirloom 
seeds Kashmir, heirloom seeds india, 
Seed Collections, New seeds, 
Himalayan wild flowers, 
Botanical herbs, Open-pollinated seeds, 
Organic seeds etc. 

For more details:
Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
POB: 667 GPO Srinagar SGR J&K 190001
(Mob) : 09858986794, 09419966983
Ph: 01933-223705
e.mail: jkmpic@gmail.com
home: https://jkmpic.blogspot.com/2020/04/organic-seeds.html
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