Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:55pm on 01 Nov 2026,Sunday India
Kashmiri apple supplies are struggling to meet rising festive demand ahead of Diwali after a widespread apple scab outbreak damaged this year's crop. According to growers and traders, around 50–60% of apples arriving in wholesale markets belong to lower-demand Grade B and Grade C categories. The outbreak has significantly affected fruit quality, reducing growers' potential earnings despite unchanged production costs. Grade A apples, particularly larger fruits and gift packs, continue to attract strong demand. Traders report that prices remain reasonable, with daily shipments of approximately 400–500 truckloads leaving markets for destinations across India. (PC: PT)
