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Monday, July 27, 2026

Kashmiri Rajmah grown at high altitude

Himalayan Rajmah Kashmir
The agricultural produce of Kashmir is renowned worldwide for its unique climate, fertile soil and natural beauty. Among these valuable crops is Kashmiri Rajmah, which is cultivated especially in the mountainous areas located at high altitude. This Rajmah is considered to be distinguished from the common Rajmah due to its excellent taste, soft texture, quick decomposition and high nutritional quality.
Rajmah is cultivated on a large scale in the high altitude areas of Pir Panjal in Kashmir. The elevation of these areas is generally 1,500 to 2,700 meters or more, where the days are mild, the nights are cool and the soil is rich in organic matter. These natural factors give the Rajmah grains a unique taste, aroma and nutrition.

Kashmiri Rajmah grown in high altitude areas is available in different colors and varieties, among which red, dark red, speckled and brown varieties are prominent. Their seeds are relatively small but have a very good taste. After cooking, they acquire a soft, creamy texture, which makes them a special ingredient in traditional Kashmiri dishes at home and in hotels.

Nutritionally, Kashmiri rajmah is an excellent source of protein, dietary fiber, iron, potassium, magnesium, calcium and folate. It is very low in fat while high in antioxidants, which help protect the body from harmful free radicals. Regular consumption is considered beneficial for heart health, digestive system, prevention of anemia and increasing physical energy.

Rajmah is usually sown between April and May, while the crop is ready in September and October. Farmers prefer organic fertilizers, cow dung compost and natural agricultural methods, which not only maintain soil fertility but also achieve environmentally friendly production. After harvesting, rajmah is dried thoroughly in the sun and preserved to maintain its quality and taste.

Today, the demand for Kashmiri Rajmah is increasing not only in India but also in the Gulf countries, Europe and North America. If more attention is paid to its scientific cultivation, standard packaging, Geographical Identification (GI Tag), branding and exports, this crop can play an important role in strengthening the rural economy of Kashmir, increasing the income of farmers and further strengthening the agricultural identity of Kashmir in the global market.

In short, Kashmiri Rajmah grown at high altitude is not just an agricultural crop but a symbol of Kashmir’s natural heritage, traditional farming and high nutritional quality. Its unique characteristics make it one of the best Rajmah varieties in the world and its commercial importance has bright prospects of increasing further in the future.

This Kashmiri Rajmah can now be grown in every area of ​​Kashmir even at low altitude. Its seeds will be available in 2027.

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

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POB 40 GPO, Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir JK 190001

Monday, January 10, 2022

Seed Bank of Jammu,Kashmir and Ladakh

Seed Banks in India

The Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Center is constructing a special depot at Glacier Cave in Pahalgam to preserve the seeds of all crops around the world.

The thousands of seeds stored on this glacier will be used by the bank in the event of a catastrophic disaster or nuclear war in the world and crop damage.
The cave was built to protect the seeds stored in the event of a nuclear war or natural disaster.

The Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Center will set up an observatory in a cave on this glacier gene to create a 'seed bank'. In this regard, the Jammu and Kashmir Medical Plants Introduction Center has also decided to send a proposal to the Government of Jammu and Kashmir.

Sheikh Gulzar, a volunteer at the institute, said the seeds of all the world's crops would be kept in the cave.

Sheikh Gulzar said that there are 1,400 such seed banks in the world at present but they are all located in places where there is either political instability or in places where there is a risk of natural disasters. ۔

The temperature of the plugs will help keep these seeds safe. The walls of the bank will be made of lightweight concrete and its doors will be made of special iron sheets.

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