<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The Valley faced a punishing heatwave which was drying up key water sources, putting apple farmers at risk of losses.</li><li>Srinagar recorded its highest temperature in over 70 years, with the mercury touching 37.4 degrees Celsius, posing a threat to apple farms.</li><li>Recent rainfall in Kashmir provided relief to apple farmers, lowering temperatures and improving soil moisture conditions.</li><li>Despite the rainfall deficit, the recent rains are seen as crucial for protecting fruit quality and ensuring proper growth.</li></ul>

Rains in the Valley break heat spell, spark optimism among apple growers

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