Horticulture

The present work has been assembled with the aim of providing a comprehensive and inclusive resource on medicinally and commercially significant plants, focusing on biosystematics, reproductive biology, genetic improvement, cultivation, conservation,...

This book aims to provide practical information on post-harvest technology for horticultural crops. It is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide for students preparing for various competitive exams, including ICAR-JRF, SRF, NET ARS, FCI, UPSC, and...

The text delves into virtually all vital sections concerning the following subjects: Introduction, Arecanut, Cashew, Nut, Cocoa, Coconut, Tea, Rubber, Coffee, Palmyrah Palm, Oil Palm, Betelvine.About the AuthorBhani Ram, Mamta Dall, Anil Sharma ASPEE...

A book that presents information on low volume, high crop agriculture in simple, easily understandable language would not only provide theoretical knowledge, but also practical guidance, making it a valuable asset for students, researchers, extension...

Cropping Systems: Principles & Practices is a comprehensive textbook that offers an in-depth examination of cropping systems. The book is structured in a manner that facilitates a better understanding of the subject matter and serves as a valuable...

Bougainvillea is a significant crop in floriculture, particularly for its multipurpose use. It thrives well in tropical and subtropical conditions and has been the subject of extensive research in India, covering various aspects such as germplasm...

Post-harvest technology has garnered considerable attention in recent years, given its crucial role in sustaining agricultural production by preserving agricultural produce. This field holds immense potential for value addition and employment generation...

Underutilized and underexploited horticultural crops play an essential role in the development of health food green parks, the neutraceutical industry, home decorations, renewable sources of green energy, and as food reserves in times of calamities...

The book titled The Pomegranate focuses on various aspects such as introduction, uses, and composition. Its primary emphasis is on plant genetic resources, evaluation, breeding, and improvement of commercial varieties, cultural management, including soil...

The author endeavored to fulfill the needs and requirements of both undergraduate and postgraduate students by providing prescribed books for horticulture that focus on practical and laboratory exercises. This text aims to establish a uniform standard...

Readers will be informed about seeds, the science and technology associated with them. Seeds are fertilized mature ovules created through sexual reproduction in plants, and they are the least expensive and most crucial input in agriculture. It is...

This book provides readers with valuable information about the science and technology involved in seeds. Seeds are the result of sexual reproduction in plants and are considered the most crucial and cost-effective input in agriculture. The use of...

The various aspects of fruit cultivation that are covered in this book include their nutritive and cultural significance, origin, history, and distribution, taxonomical and botanical description, climatic and soil adaptability, propagation technology and...

In recent years, the cultivation of medicinal plants has gained momentum due to the renewed interest in herbal medicines, which has created a need for reliable information on the cultivation and utilization of these valuable plants. The book Medicinal...

The book called Modern Vegetable Varieties and Production Technology is a comprehensive collection of the wide range of vegetable varieties developed by various State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), research centers, and private seed companies. The...

There are numerous reasons for drying plant materials, one of which includes the abundance of available materials. It is estimated that approximately 80% of flower species can be successfully dried and preserved. Advanced training and costly equipment...

The most recent edition of this publication consists of 16 chapters, including 10 appendices. A total of 42 scientists from seven Institutes, State Agricultural Universities, and two organizations have contributed to the third revised edition. The...

Post-harvest refers to the period that commences with the separation of agricultural produce, such as fruits or vegetables, from their respective production mediums, such as plants or fish ponds. Post-harvest technology encompasses the application of...

The concern for diminishing nutritional security is a matter of global interest, as the availability of arable land is decreasing, water resources for irrigation are becoming scarce and expensive, and the availability of labor is diminishing. As a...

Floriculture has become an increasingly profitable industry, with ornamental crops providing higher income and profitability per unit area. The production of flower crops has significantly risen, and there is an enormous demand for floricultural products...

The book in question has been crafted as a comprehensive resource for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, encompassing significant aspects of horticultural diseases.About the AuthorSanjeev Kumar is Assistant Professor/Scientist, Department of...

The following text, written in a formal tone, covers the major aspects of field crop diseases. Each chapter has been further divided into subheadings, including an introduction and economic importance, symptoms on different parts, causal organisms,...

Agroforestry is a practice that has been around for a long time all over the world, but it was only recognized as a science about three decades ago. The scientific study of tree-crop interactions in India began in the late 1970s and gained significant...

In the semi-arid and arid regions of the country, a substantial quantity of unutilized land (39.54 million hectares) is present, which has the potential for expanding the production of various horticultural, medicinal, spices, ornamental, and...

The compilation comprises recent research findings from countries including India, the USA, Japan, the European Union, the UK, and others, on topics such as vegetable science, fruit science, ornamentals, spices, plantation crops, and postharvest...

The Science of Horticulture serves as a comprehensive resource that introduces all key stakeholders, including students, scientists, extension officers, farmers, and policy planners, to the most recent scientific research findings in horticulture. In...

The second revised edition of Fruit Crops, which is part of the Horticulture Science Series, is primarily intended for graduate and postgraduate students, as well as teachers in the field of Fruit Sciences within the National Agricultural Research System...

The development of artificial seed technology is a rapidly expanding field of research in the realm of plant tissue culture. Currently, it is regarded as a highly effective alternative method for the propagation of commercially significant plant...

This book has been specifically designed to fulfill the academic requirements of students pursuing degrees in Horticulture and related sciences. Its primary objective is to cover all essential topics related to temperate fruit and plantation crops. To...

The present work provides foundational knowledge to students who are newly studying systematic pomology, addressing:1. Introduction, which includes three subheadings on academic elements of taxonomy related to theories, hypotheses, and basic principles...

Vegetable production in our country is primarily reliant on locally available genotypes or open-pollinated varieties, which have low yields and are susceptible to insect pests and diseases. This situation is largely due to the lack of knowledge and poor...

The book consists of research findings from various countries, including India, the USA, Japan, the European Union, and the UK, on subjects such as vegetable science, fruit science, ornamentals, spices, plantation crops, and postharvest technology. It is...

There are several reasons for drying plant materials, one of which is the copiousness of available materials. It is estimated that approximately 80% of flower species can be effectively dried and preserved. Advanced training and costly equipment are not...

The Shivalik ranges cover a vast area of approximately 2.14 million hectares across the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Haryana in north-west India. Over-exploitation of resources in the region has led to soil...

The book in question has been crafted to serve as a comprehensive resource for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, encompassing the essential aspects of horticultural diseases.About the AuthorSanjeev Kumar is Assistant Professor/Scientist,...

There is widespread concern about the shrinking food base that primarily consists of three crops: wheat, rice, and maize. To address this issue and cater to changing food habits and lifestyles, as well as the impact of climate change, there is a need to...

The Underutilized and Underexploited Horticultural Crops series has been reviewed in various scientific journals for its unique and rich content, which includes botanical information. The aim of this series is to broaden the food supply and diversify the...

Handbook of Grape Processing By-Products explores the alternatives of upgrading production by-products, also denoting their industrial potential, commercial applications and sustainable solutions in the field of grape valorization and sustainable...

The aim of The Science of Horticulture is to offer a comprehensive understanding of recent scientific advancements in horticulture to a wide range of stakeholders, including students, scientists, extension officers, farmers, and policy planners. In a...

The current volume, Forest Seed Science and Management, covers a range of topics related to seeds and is composed of 14 chapters that address historical perspectives, recent research trends, insect, pest, and disease management, physiological,...