Horticulture

• Nectarine Cultivation: A Guide to Growing and Managing High-Value Stone Fruits

  Nectarines are the fuzzless version of peaches, known for their rich flavors and high market value. These nutrient-dense fruits, suitable for cultivation in regions where the climate is appropriate, such as the Kashmir Valley.…

• Discovering the Unknown 'Haskap Berry': This Has the Potential to Offer Reliable Income Source, Click to Read More!

  Haskap berries can thrive in regions where other fruits struggle to survive. With its minimal susceptibility to pests and an early ripening season, this offers a reliable income source, particularly in areas with short growing seasons.…

• Angad Singh Kushwaha's Journey in Banana Cultivation: A Triumph in Kaarari

  From a small village in Uttar Pradesh to earning lakhs annually, Angad Singh Kushwaha's journey in banana cultivation showcases innovation and success in agribusiness. Read here…

• Devendra Singh Quits Government Job, Achieves Success in Agriculture and Horticulture

  Devendra Singh's journey from a government job to successful farming and horticulture showcases the profitability of agriculture in modern times.…

• Darjeeling Orange Farmers Face Crisis Amidst Tax Hurdles and Market Floods

  The winds of change have swept through North Bengal in recent years, altering the agricultural landscape that once thrived on the abundant production of oranges in Darjeeling, Kurseong, and Kalimpong.…

• Innovative "T" Budding: A Cross-Cut Method for Effortless Success in Horticultural Propagation

  The article introduces a Modified "T" budding method for shaddock plant propagation, featuring a cross-cut technique that may reduce the risk of bark flap breakage compared to traditional "T" budding while maintaining similar bud-take results.…

• Onam Farmers' Markets to Open This Friday, Announces Agriculture Department

  As many as 2,000 Onam markets are being held in association with Horticorp and VFPCK which will function from August 25 to 28.…

• Purple Revolution: Entrepreneurial Drawing of the Aroma Mission

  Kashmir’s Lavender is alluring both domestic and international markets.…

• AP Agri Minister Inaugurates New Academic Block at Horticulture University in Railway Kodur

  On Friday, Kakani Govardhan Reddy, Agriculture Minister of Andhra Pradesh inaugurated the newly-constructed academic block, boys and girls’ hostels built at a total cost of Rs 15 crores at Dr YSR Horticulture University in Railway Kodur mandal in Annamayya district.…

• Bayer Hosts India Horticulture Future Forum 2023 to Foster Collaboration and Boost Segment Potential

  Yesterday, Bayer, a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare organized a National seminar “India Horticulture Future Forum 2023.…

• NDMC Plans Horticulture Training for RWAS and Market Associations

  After training the horticultural staff of various governments, NDMC plans horticulture training for RWAs and market associations.…

• Market Demands & Fast Harvests Shift Horticultural Crop Cultivation Patterns in Karnataka

  Over the past two decades, the agricultural patterns in Karnataka have undergone significant changes, leading to a drastic decrease in the cultivation areas of many horticultural crops in the state.…

• TSPSC Horticultural Officer Recruitment 2023: Salary, Updated Exam Schedule & Admit Card Details Inside

  The Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC) has rescheduled the examination for the position of Horticultural Officer to June 17, 2023, and has made the new timetable available on its website for eligible candidates.…

• MIDH Approves 3 Centers of Excellence for Horticultural Crops in Odisha, Goa & Karnataka

  Centers of Excellence (CoEs) are being established in various states through Bilateral Cooperation or Research Institutes under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). These CoEs serve as demonstration and training facilities for cutting-edge horticultural technologies.…

• Horticulture & Medicinal Crops can Double Farmers’ Income, Says CM Yogi Adityanath

  “Our horticultural crops have a greater scope than traditional crops when it comes to increasing our farmer’s income,” Yogi stated while speaking to the congregation of progressive farmers at the 54th fruit, vegetable, and flower exhibition.…

• Farmers In Himachal Get New Life Through Horticulture Project

  Under a horticulture initiative that offers composite solar fencing and subsidies on agricultural equipment, fields in the lower slopes of Himachal that were abandoned because of wildlife threats and a lack of irrigation are now dotted with fruit trees.…

• 7 Most Popular Shade Fruit Plants for Your Garden

  In this article we have talked about the hardiest shade-loving fruiting plants that can survive with as little as two to four hours of sunlight each day or all-day-long diffused light.…

• Giant Highland Banana (Musa ingens): All You Need to Know About World’s Biggest Banana

  The largest and tallest non-woody plant in the world, this mysterious enormous banana from New Guinea's mystical mountains holds an uncontested title.…

• Air Layering: Meaning, Advantages, Disadvantages and Method

  Air layering is a cost-effective method of plant propagation that allows a plant owner to grow roots for a new plant while it is still attached to the parent plant. This method is commonly used to propagate woody plants that are hard to propagate by…

• ‘Phule Bhagwa’ the Revolutionary Variety of Pomegranate in India

  One of the most important fruit crops cultivated for commerce in Maharashtra is the pomegranate. Commercial growers of the cultivars are generally Ganesh, G-137, and Mridula. Bhagwa developed in 2003 brought a new phase to pomegranate cultivation.…

• Tomar Addresses ‘Expansion of Horticulture Value Chain in India’ Event in Pune

  Aside from food grain production, the horticulture sector, particularly vegetable and flower cultivation, plays an important role in increasing farmers' income.…

• Record Yield of Fruits, Vegetables Expected in 2021-22: Government

  Agriculture Ministry has released the third Advance Estimate of the area and production of various horticultural crops for the year 2021-22.…

• A 63-year-old Idduki Native Revolutionizes Backyard Farming

  Is Backyard Farming really a better alternative? Let’s take a look at Punnoose Jacob’s journey, a 63-year-old Idukki native, who took up farming as a hobby after retiring; now sells his fresh food under the name "Mangalam Foods."…

• HP Launches ‘Trees for Wealth’ to Promote Horticulture in the State

  About 233 hectares of barren land in 17-gram panchayats will be converted into cultivable land under the project by spending ₹500 crore…

• AIKGA Organizes Two-Day Horticulture Event in New Delhi

  Colourful Organic Horticulture was showcased by All India Kitchen Garden Association, in Gulmohar Park, New Delhi to promote a sustainable approach towards farming.…

• Farmers will Now Get Loans Up to Rs 3 Lakh at Zero Interest

  The Cabinet also approved the allocation of 3.14 acres of land in Sector 19, Nava Raipur, Atal Nagar for the construction of a Krishi Bhawan, to bring all the allied departments of agriculture under one roof,…

• Horticultural Tools and their Uses

  The contribution of floricultural and horticultural crops to the total agricultural production in the country is quite important due to highly favorable and varied agro-ecological diversities.…

• PIB Helps Dutch Company Increase Food Safety and Improve Horticulture in India

  Food safety is also a priority for the Indian government and PIB India. With India's massive population growth and ambitious export goals, the country will need to produce more food in a more efficient, sustainable, healthier, and safer manner.…

• Good News for J&K' Farmers as Agriculture & Horticulture Sectors Undergo Rapid Transformation

  Summer crops include rice, corn, millets, pulses, and vegetables such as peas, beans, lentils, and others. Wheat, like barley, is a staple crop that is planted in the winter and harvested in the spring. Jammu & Kashmir ranks third among all states/UTs in monthly income…

• Companion Planting: 4 Plants to Grow with Spinach

  Incorporating intercropping or companion planting in certain crops can increase the overall yield and result in numerous plant benefits.…

• Horticulture Crops are Essential to Increase Farmers Income, says IIPM Director

  The programme covered a wide range of topics, including an overview of horticulture exports, emerging opportunities and challenges in export markets, international market and branding strategies, food safety and quality issues, export finance, policy, and procedures.…

• TNAU Providing Training on “Commercial Production of Vegetable and Fruit Products”; Details Inside

  TNAU will conduct two-day training on “Commercial Production of Vegetable and Fruit Products”. Interested individuals can check the details for participation.…

• Horticorp to Clear Dues to Kerala Farmers By March 31

  Agriculture Minister P. Prasad has stated that Horticorp will clear dues to farmers by March 31 and that a sum of Rs. 3 crore has been sanctioned for this purpose.…

• Profitable Farming: Strawberry Farming can Fetch High Returns, says Horticulture DG

  Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, Director General (DG) Horticulture, Kashmir, visited the Tumlihal area of Pulwama yesterday and voiced his hope that the farm will inspire and motivate others to make a living from strawberry production.…

• Saffron Production Hits 15 Metric Tonnes After Two Decades

  Saffron production surpassed 15 metric tonnes for the first time in nearly 25 years last season, thanks to timely rainfall that restored the declining crop yield and gave growers hope.…

• Horticorp Outlets To be Built on Old KSRTC Buses

  Two Fruits & vegetable outlets are to be opened in East Fort and Kaniyapuram.…

• Dr. Y.S.R. Horticulture University Unveils Rose Garden Having More Than 200 Different Varieties!

  Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University Unveils Rose Garden in Premises on Sunday.…

• Department of Horticulture in J&K Issues Guidelines for Farmers in View of Inclement Weather Prediction

  In view of fresh rain/snowfall, the Horticulture department Kashmir today issued an advisory for orchardists. Read To Know…

• High-density Farming to Bring Horticulture Revolution in Himachal Pradesh

  Himachal Pradesh Government will promote high-density Agriculture which will assist in bringing Horticulture revolution.…

• Himachal Pradesh to Import 5 lakh Plants from the United States & Siberia

  Under the World Bank-funded Horticulture Development Programme, the Horticulture Department will import over 5 lakh plants this year. The total consignment will include approximately four lakh apple plants (varieties and rootstocks) as well as 1.5 lakh other temperate fruit plants such as berries, walnuts, and…

• DG Horticulture Encourages Growers to Avail Benefits of Government Schemes

  Director General (DG) Horticulture Kashmir, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat today interacted with prominent growers of district Shopian and Pulwama and advised them to avail benefits of different departmental schemes.…

• Odisha Horticulture Department to Help Vegetable Farmers

  The Horticulture department has come to the rescue of vegetable farmers in Ganjam district hit by the pandemic. Behera said the Horticulture department has also undertaken cultivation of fruits over 3,185 acre land across the district.…

• Government to Promote 20 Indigenous and Globally Popular Exotic Fruit Crops

  While addressing a conference to commemorate the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, Narendra Singh Tomar (Union Agriculture Minister) said – “During the current year, 8,951 hectares area for exotic fruits and 7,154 hectares area of indigenous fruits will be brought under cultivation. The state…

• This year, Horticulture Crops Production is Going to be Record-breaking for India

  Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Agriculture Minister while releasing the 3rd advance estimates of horticulture crop production, said – “A record of 331.05 million tons of horticulture crop production is expected in 2020 – 21, an increase of 10.6 million tons or 3.3% rise from the…

• Madhya Pradesh Government Plans Branding of Jabalpuri Matar

  The Horticulture and Food Processing Department is getting the registration done for the branding of Green Peas in Jabalpur district. Its logo has also been prepared in the name of 'Jabalpuri Matar', which will be put on the bag of peas supplied from here.…

• Earn Rs 5-10 Lakhs By Cultivating This Special Variety of Garlic

  Riya van- A garlic variety that can help you make 5- 10 lakhs of money, is a new super variety in the agriculture market. The cost of cultivation is nothing as compared to the returns you get by cultivating this variety.…

• Indian Institute of Horticultural Research Celebrates 55th Foundation Day

  Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) celebrated 55th Foundation Day on September 7 at the Auditorium, ICAR-IIHR at Hessaraghatta, Bangalore, Karnataka. This Foundation day is very special as the country celebrates 75 years of Independence and also when we are at a stage of growing…

• Jaipur to Set up New Orchards to Double Farmers' Income

  The Horticulture Department in Jaipur is planning to set up new orchards in the state. This will be done by setting a target of planting new garden on an area of around 10,000 hectares / year.…

• Paddy Farmer in Pune Switches To Floriculture, Earns Lakhs Every Year

  In Pune's Maval district, Mukund Thakar, a floriculturist, founded the Pawna Phul Utpadak Sangh, which helps farmers diversify their produce and profit in the lakhs.…

• Karnataka to Get Its First Horticultural Produce Processing Cluster

  Karnataka will get the first horticultural produce processing cluster…