AKRSP Helps Yasin Farmer Establish Climate-Resilient Fruit Orchard

New Apple and Cherry Orchard Promotes Sustainable Livelihoods in Gilgit-Baltistan

AKRSP Expands Climate-Smart Horticulture with Fruit Orchard Initiative

GILGIT-BALTISTAN: The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) has supported a local farmer in Karimabad Thoi, Yasin, in establishing a climate-resilient fruit orchard under its Climate Initiative (CLI) to promote sustainable agriculture and improve rural livelihoods.

The five-kanal orchard includes **30 apple trees and 90 cherry trees**, showcasing modern fruit production practices aimed at increasing productivity, diversifying income sources, and enhancing household earnings through high-value horticulture.

Since launching its horticulture initiatives, AKRSP has facilitated the plantation of more than **four million fruit trees** across Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. The programme has introduced improved varieties of cherries, apples, apricots and other high-value fruits to boost crop quality, productivity and market opportunities for local farming communities.