Ancient Potato Preservation: Kashmir Valley’s Lifeline Through Harsh Winters in India.

How Kashmir’s Remote Farmers Safeguard Their Harvest and Heritage.

As winter descends upon the picturesque Gurez Valley in North Kashmir’s Bandipora district, local farmers are reviving an age-old tradition that has sustained their community for generations. This centuries-old technique of burying freshly harvested potatoes deep beneath the earth is not just a farming practice, but an example to the resilience and ingenuity of the valley’s inhabitants.

Situated at an impressive altitude of approximately 8,000 feet, Gurez Valley is renowned for its annual production of around 15,000 tonnes of potatoes. The valley’s unique climate and fertile soil create ideal conditions for potato cultivation, despite the challenges posed by extreme winter weather.

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