horticulture

Special Promotional Programme For Horticulture Development

–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> Definition of INFRASTRUCTURE as an integral part of area expansion projects or as common facility for cluster of projects. Development of integrated, energy efficient cold chain infrastructure for fresh horticulture produce. Popularization of identified new technologies / tools / techniques for commercialization / adoption, after carrying … Read more

Rajasthan Agriculture

Rajasthan agriculture Agriculture and allied sector continues to be the backbone of the State’s economy and endures to be the large contributor of the GSDP. 75 per cent Population of the State resides in the rural areas and about 62 per cent depend on agriculture and allied activities for their livelihood. Agriculture and allied sector … Read more

Andhra Pradesh: Horticulture

INFRASTRUCTURE for Post Harvest Management and providing access to domestic, and export markets.Horticulture sector contributes approximately 5.16% of the State GSDP. Horticulture sector identified as one of the Growth engines to contribute GSDP growth in state of Andhra Pradesh   Five Layer Model of Horticulture crops:   To boost horticulture production and to keep a … Read more

Crop Science in India

Crop Science in India In India around 70% of the Population earns its livelihood from agriculture. It fulfills the basic need of human beings and animals. It is an important source of raw material for many Agro Based Industries. India’s geographical condition is unique for agriculture because it provides many favorable conditions. There are plain … Read more

Agro Based Industries

SEED Industry India is the fifth largest seed market across the globe. It is expected to grow at more than 15% during 2017–2022, and can reach a value of more than US$ 7 Billion by 2022. The seed market is majorly contributed by non-vegetable seeds such as corn, Cotton, paddy, wheat, sorghum, sunflower and Millets. … Read more

National Horticulture Mission (NHM)

The National Horticulture Mission: A Catalyst for India’s Horticultural Revolution Introduction India, with its diverse agro-climatic zones and rich biodiversity, possesses immense potential for horticulture. The sector plays a pivotal role in the country’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, income generation, and food security. Recognizing the importance of horticulture, the Government of India launched the … Read more

Agriculture Allied Sectors

The Intertwined Web: Agriculture and its Allied Sectors Agriculture, the backbone of human civilization, is far more than just the cultivation of crops and rearing of livestock. It forms a complex ecosystem, intricately connected to a web of allied sectors that contribute to its success and, in turn, benefit from its prosperity. This article delves … Read more

Crops and its Classifications

Crops and its Classifications Crops are plants that are grown for food, fiber, fuel, or other products. They are an essential part of human life, providing us with the nutrients we need to survive. There are many different types of crops, each with its own unique characteristics. Classification Based on Use: Food Crops Industrial crops … Read more

Annual Crops

The World of Annual Crops: A Vital Foundation for Food and Sustainability Annual crops, the backbone of global food production, are plants that complete their life cycle within a single growing season. They germinate, grow, flower, produce seeds, and die all within a year, leaving behind a legacy of nourishment for humans and animals alike. … Read more

Perennial Crops

The Rise of Perennial Crops: A Sustainable Future for Agriculture The global food system is facing a multitude of challenges, from climate change and resource depletion to biodiversity loss and food security concerns. Traditional annual cropping systems, reliant on monocultures and intensive inputs, are increasingly unsustainable and contribute to these problems. Perennial crops, on the … Read more

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