<span style="color: #222222;">In Jammu and Kashmir, Director Horticulture Kashmir, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat today took stock of developmental activities including high density plantation, production of grafted walnut plants and other activities in district Kupwara to meet the requirements of growers in the field.<br />'' <br />'' In this regard, necessary instructions were passed on to the officers concerned for remaining punctual in performing their duties.<br />'' <br />'' He asked them to maintain a close liaison with the orchardists so that they get timely technical know-how of the Horticulture related activities/assistance on the field itself.<br />'' <br />'' Chief Horticulture officer Kupwara was directed to ensure functioning of Soil Testing Laboratory so that the soil testing facility of orchards in the area is provided to the farming community at an early date.<br />'' <br />'' Mr Bhat also instructed to organize the Kisan Mela's during the Pakhwada to be celebrated from 7th to 21st of July this year.<br />'' <br />''<br />''He asked officials to maintain a close liaison with allied departments along with lead bank Manager for successful conduct of the programme by following the coronavirus SOP guidelines in letter and spirit.</span><br />