Tomato is an important commercial vegetable grown in the world with a high export potential and value addition. Farmers are growing tomatoes in large areas mainly to meet the demand of the international market as well as to meet the daily consumption requirement of the domestic markets in India. The cultivation of tomatoes is in great … Read more
The tomato is one of the most important commercial vegetables grown in the world. There is a huge demand for it, even in the local markets. The presence of lycopene gives them their red color. These fruits are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. A lot of farmers are growing this in large areas … Read more
Bengaluru, Karnataka – The National Horticulture Fair 2024, organized by ICAR-IIHR in collaboration with the Society for Promotion of Horticulture (SPH); BESST- HORT, a Technology Business Incubator ICAR-IIHR; ICAR-ATARI Bengaluru and leading development departments, is set to reveal the future of horticulture with the theme “NextGen Technology Led Horticulture for Sustainable Development.” From March 5th … Read more
Citronella, botanically known as Cymbopogon winterianus is a tufted aromatic perennial herb with fibrous roots. Farmers cultivate citronella to sell them to dealers from the perfume industry where it is used to obtain aromatic oil. Extracted oil from citronella is primarily used for making soaps, cosmetics and mosquito-repellent creams. Due to the low cost of … Read more
Hellebores also known as “Christmas roses” or “Lenten roses” are a group of perennial flowering plants that bloom in winter and early spring. They are mostly evergreen with eye-catching blooms that can be green, white, pink, or ruby and enjoy dappled shade. Although, they are highly toxic to pets, but are a great source of … Read more
Hosted by the Maharashtra Nurserymen’s Association in partnership with the Association of Environmental Horticulture and Vasu Events and Hospitality, HortiProIndia 2023, an international exhibition and conference for floriculture and horticulture in Pune, India, started from November 23 to 26 at the Agriculture College Ground in Sinchan Nagar. It is open to the public from 10 … Read more
If you are a farmer, agriculturist or a student who is looking for information on marigold farming, then you are at the right page. In this article we will discuss about marigold production, varieites, climate, soil, field preparation, seed rate, plantation, fertilizers, irrigation, pests & disease management, harvesting and post harvest management practices. In floriculture, … Read more
As a high-value cash crop, ginger farming contributes significantly to the livelihoods of farmers & economies worldwide. The robust demand of ginger crop in the culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic industries makes it a lucrative venture for agricultural enthusiasts. Moreover, the ability of ginger crop to adapt to diverse climates & its low maintenance requirements make … Read more
Nature’s floral kingdom never ceases to amaze us with its diverse & breathtaking creations. From delicate blossoms that fit snugly in the palm of our hand to magnificent giants that seem to defy the limits of imagination, the world of flowers holds an array of surprises. In this article, we embark on a fascinating journey … Read more
If you are a farmer who is willing to setup a gerbera farm & cultivate gerbera, then this article is definitely for you. By reading this ultimate article on gerbera farming you can learn: benefits of cultivating gerbera, climate, soil, soil treatment process, bed preparation, polyhouse setup, fertilizers, irrigation, etc. You will also get to … Read more