Apple Orchards: Nature’s Carbon Sink, Not Environmental Villain
SHIMLA: Contrary to the myths floating around about the apple industry harming the environment, the reality is quite the opposite.
Apple orchards are not just economic lifelines for thousands of farmers in Himachal Pradesh but also play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance.
An acre of apple orchard absorbs 20 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually and releases 15 tonnes of oxygen into the atmosphere — a perfect natural carbon sink.
Add to this the cooling power of 5 billion BTUs per acre, making these orchards one of the best natural coolers, ideal for resting under their shade in summers.
Apples are not just a source of healthy food; apple trees naturally absorb atmospheric heat and reduce noise pollution by up to 16-20 decibels.
Our orchards work silently for the environment while sustaining livelihoods.
As the flowering season approaches, farmers are busy prepping their orchards.
They are advised to stay in the orchards, enjoy nature’s beauty, and witness the mesmerizing bloom. It’s therapy, it’s life.
Besides their aesthetic value, apple farming is Himachal’s biggest economic driver, contributing heavily to the state’s GDP.
Apples are highly nutritious, long-lasting, and natural — a rare combination in today’s chemically driven food market.
Apple growers are known for their hard work, adaptability, and progressive mindset — qualities that have earned Himachal the title of ‘Apple State of India’.
It’s high time we bust the myths and give apple orchards their due recognition — they are not just fruit plantations but the green lungs of the hills.
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