Strategy

Integrated Modernisation Strategy

Four interlocking pillars — genetics, diagnostics, orchard architecture and digital extension — operating as a single delivery system.

A
Disease-Resistant Planting Platform
  • Tissue-culture rootstocks
  • Certified nurseries
  • Traceability systems
B
ARD Diagnostics Ecosystem
  • NGS soil labs
  • ARD zoning
  • Precision soil protocols
C
Orchard Rejuvenation
  • High-density planting
  • Mechanisation
  • Canopy modernisation
D
Digital Extension (TNO-GENIUS)
  • DSS + weather advisory
  • Training modules
  • Traceability
Strategy Matrix

The four pillars at a glance

Planting PlatformDiagnosticsOrchard RejuvenationDigital Extension
Tissue-culture rootstocksNGS soil labsHigh-density plantingDSS + weather advisory
Certified nurseriesARD zoningMechanisationTraining modules
Traceability systemsPrecision soil protocolsCanopy modernisationTraceability
Project Scope

Integrated Orchard Modernisation Ecosystem

Six dedicated components that together form a complete, science-led modernisation platform.

01
Tissue Culture Production Platform

In-vitro multiplication of elite, disease-free apple rootstocks at industrial scale.

02
NGS Diagnostics Centre

Next-generation sequencing to map ARD pathogen loads and design precise soil protocols.

03
Certified Nursery Network

A distributed network of accredited nurseries delivering certified planting material across HP.

04
Demonstration Orchards (Multi-Altitude)

Live high-density demo orchards across HP's altitude bands — visible proof of the productivity case.

05
Digital Farmer Ecosystem

TNO-GENIUS — DSS, weather advisory, training modules and traceability in farmers' hands.

06
Training & Capacity Building Hub

Structured training of 100,000+ farmers and extension workers across the state.