FUNDAMENTALS OF HORTICULTURE AT A GLANCE


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Horticultural crops include fruits, vegetables, flowers, plantation crops, spices, condiments, medicinal and aromatic plants. Production and consumption of high-quality fruits and vegetables allow us to maintain a healthy, balanced daily diet. Besides, offering visual enjoyments and promoting recreational activities. The present book “Fundamental of horticulture at a glance” is a compilation work that provides an overview of concise and points-wise information on basic horticulture. Our main motive is to cover all important points in a single handy book along with quality content. This book is designed for B.Sc., Agriculture and Horticulture graduation students and to prepare competitive examination viz., JRF, ARS, NET, and Extension officers. This book is written in very simple and easy to understand. With the help of this book students can score more marks and get high rank and it help them to reach to the desired goal. It is also helpful in preparing for interviews in shortest possible time. Authors believe that book will also be useful for fellow teachers, researches and development officers for references and easy answering of many complicated questions. Authors can also grateful to teachers, friends, and seniors who extended full cooperation during the preparation of this book. Authors Dr. C. Sankar Dr. C. Senthilraja Dr. Sneha R. Patil




Introduction to Horticulture


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Basics Of Horticulture


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The book carries information on fundamentals of vegetables, fruits, ornamental plants, spices, medicinal and aromatic plants and post-harvest technology. There are 15 chapters elaborating horticultural crops, apomoxis, polyembryony, ideal soils, climate, water requirements, pests, diseases and nematode management, biological control of biotic stresses, biotechnology of spices and mechanization of orchards. Introductory chapter deals in nut shell all about the book. The most recent information is provided along with a detailed list of references for further reading. A separate chapter on 'Glossary of Horticultural Terms' adds much value to the book as a ready reckoner to understand key words generally referred to in the science of horticulture. Eight appendices are attached narrating released varieties/hybrids in horticultural crops, research infrastructure in horticulture in India and abroad together with important web sites in all aspects of horticulture.




Instant Horticulture


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Basic Horticulture


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Manures and Manuring


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FUNDAMENTALS OF HORTICULTURE


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The Fundamentals of Horticulture


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Essential reading for all studying horticulture and keen gardeners. This clear introduction to the principles underlying the practical applications of horticulture opens up the excitement of growing plants and garden development without readers wading through complex information. Written by a team of highly motivated and experienced horticultural tutors, the text supports the newly restructured RHS Level 2 qualifications with related Level 3 topics in boxes and signposting to Level 4 topics, together with other horticultural qualifications at these levels. Full colour images tied closely to the text and practical case study boxes inspire readers by making topics relevant to their own horticultural experiences. A comprehensive glossary helps build confidence in the use of classical horticulture language as well as new developing terms, and end-of-chapter questions encourage readers to apply what they have learnt. Extensive online supporting material includes mind maps showing the relationship of topics and aiding students in revision.




Integrated Horticulture Development in Eastern Himalayas


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The Eastern Himalayan region is blessed with biologically diverse natural resources. The wide-ranging topographies and congental agro-climates offer immense potential for growing almost all conceivable horticultural crops namely fruits, vegetables, plantations, spices, ornamentals, flowers, aromatic and medicinal crops, etc.