New varieties of walnut trees have been introduced by Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture in J&K’s Budgam. CITH Director, DB Singh said, "We conducted an extensive survey and collected information about 400 genotypes. We selected 10 varieties with superior qualities and these 10 varieties are being multiplied on a larger scale." The new varieties will boost good quality walnut production in Kashmir valley. Walnut is popular in national and global markets for its unique taste. A few years back on experiment basis the researchers started the sowing drive of new varieties of plants and they got positive results.