In India almost all types of horticultural crops are grown under wide range of agro-climatic conditions. India enjoys an enviable position in the horticulture map of the world. Thirteen All India Coordinated Research Projects under horticulture, with 251 centres spread over 26 States and One Union territory contributed significantly in developing high yielding value added varieties/hybrids, agro-techniques and cropping system suitable for each region ...
National Seminar on Amorphophallus: Innovative Technologies: Abstract Book, Status Papers and Extended Summary
Tuber and root crops are the third important group of food crops after cereals and pulses, feeding about one fifth of the world population. With the burgeoning population coupled with limited land, water and other resources, the future beckons tuber and root crops in fulfilling the country's food requirements. These crops have higher biological efficiency and greater adoption with profound production potential per unit area per unit time. Tuber and root ...
