Ganderbal, Oct 7: The Kashmir Valley has witnessed a change in weather over the last two days, with continuous rainfall in the plains and snowfall in the higher reaches. The sudden weather shift has triggered concern among farmers, particularly apple growers and those linked with the horticulture sector in Ganderbal. Growers said the continuous rainfall may lead to the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, affecting the transportation of apple boxes and causing huge losses. Many farmers have already stopped packing apples due to the wet conditions. “We are praying for good weather so that our livelihood is not affected,” said one of the farmers. Another farmer expressed concern over possible snowfall in the plains, saying, “Many apple trees are still loaded with fruit. If snowfall occurs in the lower areas, it will destroy the entire crop.”