Himachal, New Zealand discuss technology and innovation in apple horticulture

Shimla, October 1 (UNI)Himachal Pradesh and New Zealand discussed technology, innovation and technical cooperation to strengthen apple horticulture in the state during a meeting between Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and a delegation led by New Zealand High Commissioner Patrick Rata here on Thursday. The Chief Minister said apple production played an important role in Himachal Pradesh's economy and the state government was promoting new technology and innovation to strengthen the horticulture sector. He stressed the need for organising exposure visits for farmers and orchardists from Himachal Pradesh and New Zealand to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and encourage…