Himachal progressive apple grower gets recognition 5 months after death for discovering a new variety in 2016
Indian Express·1h ago·Hope
What Happened
Joginder Singh Kanwar, a former teacher and progressive apple grower from Majholi village, Himachal Pradesh, discovered a unique apple variety in 2016. Five months after his death, authorities officially registered the variety as 'Kanwar Majholi Selection-1' after rigorous examination. The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority, New Delhi, formally recognized his horticultural contribution.
Key Entities
Joginder Singh KanwarMajholi villageHimachal PradeshKanwar Majholi Selection-1PPV&FRARHRTS Mashobra