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Helmand set to produce 90 metric tons of grapes this year

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LASHKARGAH (Pajhwok): Officials in southern Helmand province expect an yield of 90 metric tons of grapes in 2019, showing a 10 percent increase over the previous year.

Although farmers are happy over the level of grape production, they are worried due to lack of cold storage facilities and suitable markets.

Agriculture Director Zalmay Aloko told Pajhwok Afghan News grape gardens had been established on 6,410 hectares of land in the province and growers were happy with their income.

He said: “We have been establishing . . .

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