The kafal berry, a wild Himalayan fruit, has seen a drastic decline in production this summer in the Jaunpur block of Tehri Garhwal, primarily due to climate change and extreme weather patterns. Farmers, particularly from villages such as Jodi, Tunetha, and Kolti, have reported losses of nearly 80% in their kafal yields, which typically generate a collective revenue of ₹8–10 lakh. Sunil Rounchella, pradhan of Tunetha village, noted that scanty winter rains hindered fruiting, while unseasonal storms and hail in April and May further damaged the crops. This decline has been observed over the past two years, with erratic rainfall and rising temperatures impacting both the growth of kafal trees and fruit production. The shortage has also affected local markets in Mussoorie, where vendors are struggling to meet high demand, leading to soaring prices. Kafal, known for its unique taste and medicinal properties, grows at elevations between 900 and 2,000 metres in Uttarakhand and is a seasonal favorite among tourists, with its fruiting season from early May to mid-June.