Horticulture Sector in India – Current Status, Challenges, Initiatives

Horticulture is the branch of agriculture. It is art, science. technology and business of plant cultivation. It includes the cultivation of fruits. vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, sprouts, mushrooms, flowers, seaweeds and non-food crops for instance grass and ornamental trees and plants and plant conservation, maintenance, and arboriculture.

What are the crops under Horticulture?

1. Fruits: Fruits are generally eaten as raw. It is good for our health. The study or cultivation of fruit crops is called pomology. Mango. guava, sweet orange and pineapple are some of the fruits.
2. Vegetables: Vegetables are herbaceous plants. Generally, it can be used in cooking. After cooking, it is a principal part of the meal. The cultivat