Revolutionizing Storage: Modern CA Infrastructure in Shimla
Agro Farm Ventures has set up a world-class Controlled Atmosphere (CA) storage facility in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Built in collaboration with international technology partners, the facility has a 3,000 MT capacity—2,500 MT reserved for apples and 500 MT for vegetables—enabling long-term storage (180–270 days) to meet urban market demands.
State-of-the-Art Controlled Atmosphere Facility
Agro Farm Ventures has established a modern Controlled Atmosphere (CA) storage facility in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, adhering to international standards and built in collaboration with global CA system experts. This facility offers a storage capacity of 3,000 metric tons—2,500 MT for apples and 500 MT for vegetables—enabling long-term preservation (180 to 270 days) of apples for high-demand urban markets across India.
“From Orchard to Table”: A Journey of Quality
Renowned as the “Apple State” of India, Himachal Pradesh’s unique Himalayan climate produces some of the nation’s best apples. Kisan Manch is proud to deliver these premium fruits from the mountain orchards to your doorstep, ensuring transparency and sustainability throughout the supply chain.
Historical Significance
Apple farming in Himachal dates back to 1916, pioneered by Samuel Evans Stokes (Satyanand Stokes) in Kotgarh, Shimla. His introduction of high-quality varieties laid the foundation for what is today a thriving apple industry across districts like Shimla, Kinnaur, and Kullu—together contributing nearly 80% of the state’s total apple production.
Royal Delicious (Shimla’s Iconic Apple)
Characterized by a deep red hue with green streaks, these apples are sweet, juicy, and crunchy. Packed with antioxidants, they are perfect for eating fresh, juicing, or adding to smoothies.
Emerging Cultivars
To meet evolving market demands, our growers now cultivate high-color and premium apple varieties such as:
Cripps Pink (Pink Lady)
Gala
Granny Smith
Our apples are grown across top-quality orchard regions like Rohru, Jubbal, Kotkhai, Chopal, Marog, and Theog. These areas boast optimal altitude and temperature conditions for superior fruit production. At Kisan Manch, we blend traditional orchard management with modern techniques to deliver the finest apples.
Post-Harvest Handling Excellence
Harvesting: Apples are hand-picked at peak ripeness to ensure quality in size, color, and taste.
Transport: Within 12–20 hours of harvest, produce is shifted to CA storage via climate-protected vehicles.
Pre-Cooling: Apples are rapidly cooled to eliminate field heat and preserve freshness.
Grading: Fruits are graded based on visual appeal and size to meet premium standards.
Storage: CA chambers maintain precise oxygen and carbon dioxide levels to extend shelf life and maintain quality.
Packaging: Hygienic, food-safe packaging ensures freshness during transit to end consumers.
Rich in Nutrients: High in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
Health Boost: May improve digestion, promote weight loss, and reduce risks of chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes.
Beauty & Bone Support: Contains boron and vitamin C for healthy skin and strong bones.
Revolutionizing Apple Farming
The Kisan Manch CA Store Project integrates global agricultural innovations from the Netherlands, Italy, and Poland with the knowledge of local farmers. By adopting modern planting materials and sustainable practices, we enable farmers to achieve:
Improved yield quality
Better storage life
Higher profits through delayed market release and value-added selling
Proper Storage
Store unwashed apples in the coldest area of your refrigerator or in a well-ventilated, cool, dark place to maintain freshness.
Best Use Cases
Royal Delicious apples are ideal for fresh consumption and also pair well in:
Green salads
Fruit platters
Slow-cooked recipes and garnishes
Every apple box from Kisan Manch includes a scannable QR code that reveals its origin, travel path, and farmer details—ensuring complete transparency and a meaningful connection between grower and consumer.