Vopal Haakh : The Soulful Green of Kashmiri Kitchens

"Vopal Haakh" (وپال ہاخ) is a type of Kashmiri leafy green vegetable, part of the traditional "haakh" varieties eaten in the Kashmir Valley. Here's a short overview:

Vopal Haakh - Overview
Cashmerian  Name: Vopal Haakh / وپال ہاخ
Type: Green leafy vegetable (from the Brassica family)
Region: Grown in Kashmir, particularly in kitchen gardens
Taste: Slightly bitter and earthy
Usage: Cooked simply with mustard oil, garlic, and green chilies
Season: Typically grows in spring and autumn
Nutrition: Rich in iron, fiber, and essential vitamins

Cooking Style:
A traditional Kashmiri method:
Washed and chopped
Boiled slightly
Cooked with mustard oil, crushed garlic, green chili, and a pinch of asafoetida (hing)
Would you like:
A detailed recipe?
Info on other haakh varieties?
Or nutritional/medicinal properties of Vopal Haakh?

Dipsacus inermis

Availability : Seeds (100,250 seeds pkt)

WhatsApp: 9858986794

e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

Haakh vegetable,

Kashmiri leafy vegetables,

Vopal Haakh recipe,

Traditional Kashmiri food,

Kashmiri cuisine

Kashmiri saag

جموں و کشمیر سیڈ بینک

جموں و کشمیر سیڈ بینک موجودہ اور آنے والی نسلوں کے لیے کشمیر کے ثقافتی طور پر متنوع اور خطرے سے دوچار باغات اور خوراک کی فصل کی میراث کا انتظام کرتا ہے۔ ہم وراثت کے بیجوں، پودوں اور کہانیوں کو جمع کرنے، دوبارہ تخلیق کرنے، اور 

بانٹنے کے ذریعے لوگوں کو تعلیم اور منسلک کرتے ہیں۔

جموں و کشمیر سیڈ بینک

پوسٹ بُکس نمبر 40 جی پی اُو، سری نگر،کشمیر۔جموں و کشمیر 190001

اوٹس ایپ: 9858986794

جموں و کشمیر سیڈ بینک

A Guide to Growing Medicinal Plants at Home in Qatar

Achillea f. in Qatar

In the heart of the Arabian Peninsula lies Qatar, a land of extreme climates and resilient flora. While often overshadowed by modern medicine, Qatar’s native medicinal plants have long offered healing remedies rooted in Bedouin tradition and Islamic herbal knowledge. This blog explores some of the most important medicinal plants that grow in Qatar and their traditional uses.

Availability in Kashmir : US$ 50 (250 seeds pkt) +fright

WhatsApp : +91-9858986794

e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

Desert medicinal herbs Qatar,

Healing plants in Qatar,

Herbal remedies Qatar,

Natural medicine Qatar,

Wild herbs Qatar,

Qatar herbal flora,

Ferula communis: Kashmir’s Wild Herb with Majestic Presence

Ferula flower plants 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 : 50,100,500 seeds pkt

WhatsApp :+91-9858986794

e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

Medicinal plants of Kashmir,
Wild herbs Kashmir,
Ferula plant uses,
Ferula communis medicinal uses,
Giant fennel medicinal herb,
Ferula communis Himalayas,
Giant fennel plant Kashmir,

Profitable Medicinal Plants for Startup Farmers in Kashmir

Horticulture startups in Kashmir have been gaining traction due to the region's rich biodiversity, fertile soil, and favorable climate for fruits, nuts, and medicinal plants. Here’s an overview of horticulture startup opportunities and existing ventures in Kashmir:

Kashmir Horticulture produce

High-Density Fruit Orchards
Apples (e.g., Super Chief, Gala, Red Fuji)
Pears, Plums, Cherries, Walnuts, Chestnuts,Hazelnuts,Black walnuts
Support from government schemes like MIDH (Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture).
Organic Farming & Agri-Tourism
Combine horticulture with eco-tourism (e.g., apple picking, cherry blossom tours).
Organic certification can open export channels.
Cold Storage & Supply Chain Management
Cold chain logistics and CA (Controlled Atmosphere) storage units for apples, cherries.
Agro-processing units for juices, jams, and dried fruits.
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs)
Cultivation and marketing of plants like lavender, sea buckthorn, liquorice, and tulsi.
Scope for herbal cosmetics and teas.
Value-Added Product Startups
Walnut oil, apple cider vinegar, dried apricots, herbal teas.
Branding and online sales (Amazon, Flipkart, organic marketplaces).
Technology-Based Startups
Drone-based orchard monitoring.
Smart irrigation and pest control apps.
AI-based quality grading for apples and other fruits.
Horticulture startups Kashmir
Horticulture business in Kashmir
Fruit farming startup Kashmir
High density apple farming
Cold storage startups Kashmir
Fruit processing startup India
Nursery business Kashmir
Walnut processing unit Kashmir

Availability : Fruit planting materials/seeds 

For more info: WhatsApp: 9858986794  e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

Agri Business Trends Shaping the Future of Indian Farming

Elderberry cultivation in Kashmir

In folk medicine today, the elderberry is widely considered one of the world’s most healing plants.

Sheikh Gulzar
International Standard Serial Number
International Info. Resource centre (ISSN: 0975-3095)

Sambacus nigra-Elderberry : It grows up to 9 meters tall and bears clusters of small white or cream flowers. 

Its fruits are found in small black or blue-black bunches. Sambacus nigra is found in North America, Canada, Iran, Pakistan, Bangladesh,  Northern  Afghanistan, Kashmir and other cold regions. Apart from this, this plant can be cultivated  in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and other cold places in India.

Elderberry Kashmir

More info : https://jkmpic.blogspot.com/2023/05/elderberry-cultivation-in-kashmir.html

small scale agri business,

agri startups,

agri tech business,

organic farming business,

modern farming ideas,

agriculture investment opportunities,

Liquorice Gardens of Kashmir: Cultivating Sweet Roots in the Himalayas

Kashmir, known for its rich biodiversity and traditional medicinal plant heritage, offers suitable conditions for cultivating liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) — a perennial herb prized for its sweet roots and therapeutic properties.

• South Kashmir (Pulwama, Shopian) and parts of Kupwara and Anantnag have been reported suitable due to similar soil and moisture conditions.

Why Glycyrrhiza glabra is Gaining Ground in Kashmir’s Herbal Farms

Availability : Seeds (100,250,500 & 1000 seeds pkt

WhatsApp : 9858986794

e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com

liquorice cultivation in Himalayas,

Kashmiri liquorice export,

organic liquorice Kashmir,