- A variety of Heeng (Asafoetida) has been identified by the Institute of Himalayan Bio Technology (IHBT) Palampur, which can be grown in high altitude area of Lahaul & Spiti, Kinnaur and Chamba etc.
- Similarly, in some parts of the State where climatic condition for the cultivation of Saffron is highly favourable. Keeping in view the importance & favourable cultivation conditions of both the crops, State Government implemented a scheme from financial year 2020-21 “Krishi Se SampanntaYojana”.
Under this scheme demonstration trials are being conducted on farmer’s fields. In addition to this, trainings are also imparted to officers/ farmers of the State on Heeng / Safffron cultivation.
During the financial year 2022-23, a budget provision of Rs. 3.00 crores was made. In current Financial Year 2023-24 no fund has been released by the State Government.