Basic Horticulture (Paperback)

The information for fundamental of the horticultural crops is very important so as to get an introduction to the elementary aspect of horticulture for the student and beginners having interest to learn basics about the horticulture. The basic knowledge of subject includes all the facets of gamutic horticulture, may it be fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, post harvest etc. Horticulture as a subject has been given high priority in educational programme being offered across various agri-varsities in the country.
The present book entitled "Basic Horticulture" is a very good compilation and is of basic importance as it has to play functional role. This book covers 351 pages covering the basics of horticulture in 24 different chapters. The present book is a comprehensive review of basic aspects of horticulture dealt invariably as a part of various course curricula of agri-horti degree programme across different Indian agri- versities.
This testament elaborates on all important chapters covering fundamental knowledge on importance, classification, morphology, soil and climate requirements, varietal wealth, nursery propagation, orchard planning, nutrition, soil and water management, cropping system, management of pests and diseases, preservations, ornamental horticulture etc. The chapters on different topics have been supported by aptly visual illustrations, tables, examples and calculations, which will be of great value to the beginners. The additional of glossary of horticultural terms and appendices covering information on chromosome number, R and D institution, magazine and journals related to horticulture adds much value to the book as a ready reckoner for information on horticulture. It is a good effort and the revised and updated version of this book shall prove highly useful to students, teachers, researchers and growers for getting the basic information on horticulture.