Sandalwood farming at Dharampur soon

Tribune News Service

Mandi, July 12

The state government is planning to introduce sandalwood cultivation in the Dharampur Assembly of Mandi district to strengthen the economy of farmers in the region.

According to sources, around 10 hectares have been identified at Longni in the Dharampur Assembly, where nurseries of sandalwood will be developed for organised farming in the region.

Jal Shakti Minister Mahender Singh Thakur said the state government was in the process to introduce sandalwood cultivation in Dharampur.

“It will be an additional source of income for the farmers of the area. Organised cultivation of sandalwood will play a crucial role to boost the economy of farmers in the region,” he added.