Current Context : Revenue and Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi laid the foundation stone of the world’s first controlled atmosphere (CA) store based on geothermal technology at Tapri in Kinnaur district.

• It would provide cost-effective storage facilities to the district’s horticulturists.
• It will be set up with the help of Iceland nation.
• Iceland scientists would provide geothermal technology training to horticulture experts of Himachal for the benefit of horticulturists

ABOUT CONTROLLED ATMOSPHERE (CA) STORE

• It is a type of storage facility designed to regulate and maintain specific atmospheric conditions to preserve the quality and extend the shelf life of perishable products, particularly fruits and vegetables.