India's 2023 Horticulture Data: Final & 1st Advance Estimates

10-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has released the Final Estimates of 2022-23 and First Advance Estimates of 2023-24 of Area and Production of various Horticultural Crops compiled on the basis of information received from States/ UTs and other governmental source agencies.

Fasal cultivates future of horticulture value chain with INR 100 Cr Series-A funding

15-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

India's full-stack horticulture pioneer Fasal announced that it has raised INR 100 crores in its Series-A funding round led by TDK Ventures and British International Investment (BII), the United Kingdom's development finance institution and impact investor, with contribution from ITI Growth Opportunities Fund, Navam Capital and Aureolis Ventures.

Fasal SBI partnership to financially empower farmers, accelerate the transformation of India's horticulture ecosystem

29-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Fasal, India's leading horticulture-first, full-stack Agri-tech company, today announced its partnership with State Bank of India (SBI), aimed to provide farmers with easy access to capital.

Fasal introduces national procurement network to revamp horticulture value chain

01-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

Fasal, India's earliest sustainable horticulture farm network company and the one-stop-shop for horticulturalists, today announced expansion into the farming output business with the launch of 'Fasal Fresh'.

Cluster development programme can transform horticulture and farmers' lives

27-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

The Horticulture Cluster Development Programme is going to have a big positive impact on Indian agriculture as it would address the long-pending issues of small-land holdings.

Polymatech unveils next-gen horticulture LED grow light

13-Jan-2023 - 0 Comments.

Polymatech Electronics, India's first semiconductor chip manufacturer specialising in Opto-semiconductors, announced the launch of its new horticulture LED products: Ravaye  full-spectrum packages and modules, as well as monochromatic LEDs.

Setting up of pack house will change the picture of Haryana, says Agri minister

28-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Indian Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has said that Haryana is ahead in crop production and horticulture, it cannot be praised enough.

It is necessary to transform agriculture into advanced farming for the benefit of farmers

04-Jul-2022 - 0 Comments.

Agriculture and Farmers Welfare minister Narendra Singh Tomar recently visited the Central Institute of Horticulture in Nagaland and inaugurated a farmers workshop and exhibition.

Promotion of crop diversification by government

25-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Government of India is supplementing the efforts of state governments to encourage diversified production of crops such as pulses, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, cotton & oilseeds under National Food Security Mission (NFSM) and horticultural crops under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH).

Promotion of crop diversification by government

25-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Government of India is supplementing the efforts of state governments to encourage diversified production of crops such as pulses, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, cotton & oilseeds under National Food Security Mission (NFSM) and horticultural crops under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH).

Ananthapur banana cluster and horticulture cluster development programme reviewed

18-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, IAS, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India, visited the Karnapudiki Village of Narpala Mandal in Ananthapur District to review the Horticulture Cluster Development Programme (HCDP) of National Horticulture Board.

GoI to provide financial assistance under MIDH for setting up cold storages facility

02-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Government does not provide loans for the setting up of cold storage under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). However, Government is implementing the following schemes under which financial assistance is provided for setting up cold storage throughout the country.

India showcases export potential of organic & horticulture produce at EXPO2020 Dubai

22-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

To project the strength of India’s organic agriculture and horticulture products in the global market, India Pavilion at EXPO2020 Dubai hosted a seminar “Indian Organic and Horticulture Sector–Moving Up the Value Chain’ as part of the ongoing ‘Food, Agriculture and Livelihood’ fortnight.

India's horticulture crops production estimated 331.05 MT during 2020-21

17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has released 2020-21 (Third Advance Estimates) of area and production of various horticultural crops which estimated 331.05 million tones.

India produced 1.25 lakh tonnes of honey, exported 60,000 tonnes in 2020-21

17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Indian agriculture and farmers welfare minister Narendra Singh Tomar virtually inaugurated the Kisan Bhawan and Beekeeper Conference at the Central Institute of Horticulture, Nagaland.

India using modern technology for crop production forecasting, says agri minister

09-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Indian agriculture & farmers’ welfare ministry is funding various projects for Crop Production Forecasting, which includes FASAL Scheme (Forecasting Agricultural output using Space, Agro-meteorology and Land based observations) and CHAMAN (Coordinated Horticulture Assessment and Management using geo-iNformatics).

APEDA collaborates with Ladakh officials to boost farmers’ income via unique agricultural produce

23-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

To give a boost to exports of agricultural produce from Ladakh, which would enhance farmers’ as well as entrepreneurs’ income, The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in association with officials of the horticulture, agriculture, commerce, and industry departments of Union Territory and Defence Institute of High-Altitude Research (DIHAR) are working out a comprehensive plan of actions.

Bayer committed to increase fruit, vegetable consumption

22-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Bayer reaffirmed its commitment to promoting increased worldwide consumption of fruits and vegetables with the announcement of new portfolio innovations and a business strategy for horticulture.

India records highest ever horticulture production at 329.86 million tonnes

17-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Due to farmer-friendly policies of the government, tireless efforts of farmers and research of scientists resulted in horticulture production of 329.86 million tonnes in the year 2020-21, Indian agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar said recently.

Over 80,000 people will get employment from 10500 units, says MP Horticulture & Food Processing Minister

16-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Development of farmer is necessary to make self-reliant India and self-reliant Madhya Pradesh, state horticulture and food processing minister Bharat Singh Kushwah said at a conference organized by Madhya Pradesh State Agro Industries Development Corporation and PHD Chamber of commerce and industry recently in Bhopal.

Karnataka sets up three centres of excellence under Indo-Israel Agriculture project

16-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

For taking forward the Israeli technologies in the field of Horticulture, BS Yediyurappa, Chief Minister of Karnataka, and Narendra Singh Tomar, Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India jointly inaugurated the three Centres of Excellence (COEs) established in Karnataka under Indo-Israel Agricultural Project (IIAP).

J&K govt signs MoU with GoAir for agri produce transportation

02-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

In a significant decision, the Jammu and Kashmir government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a Mumbai based private airliner, GoAir for the transportation of perishable horticulture and agricultural produce to various destinations across the country.

Horticulture cluster development programme launched by agri minister

01-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

To ensure holistic growth of horticulture, Agri Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar virtually launched the Horticulture Cluster Development Programme (CDP)

Total horticulture production pegged at 326.58 MT in the first advance estimates of 2020-21

08-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.

Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare has released the Final Estimates of 2019-20 and First Advance Estimates of 2020-21 of Area and Production of various Horticultural Crops.

Agriculture ministry organizes virtual meet on value chain creation for Kiwi fruit

11-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

The Ministry of Agriculture along with Central Institute of Horticulture, Nagaland organized a virtual meeting on ‘Value Chain Creation for Kiwi fruit – Farm to Fork’ keeping in mind the popularity of the fruit due to its tremendous commercial potential.

India has 8186 cold storages facilities with a capacity of 37.42 million tonnes

27-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

As per available information, there are 8186 numbers of cold storages with capacity of 374.25 Lakh MT (37.44 million tonnes) is available in the country for storing perishable horticulture produce like fruits and vegetables.

Government statement on cropping patterns

20-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

National Food Security Mission, NFSM, Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture, MIDH, State Agricultural Universities, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, ICAR, ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research, Modipuram, Agro Climatic Zonal Conferences, Agricultural Universities, KVKs, cropping systems, AICRP-Integrated Farming Systems, farmers

India 2nd advance estimates 320 MT of horticulture crops during 2019-20

02-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

India's department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare has released the 2nd Advance Estimates of 2019-20 that said that during the period, 320.48 million tonnes of horticulture crops will be produced in 25.66 million hectares of land.

India releases horticulture crops 1st advance estimates for 2019-20

27-Jan-2020 - 0 Comments.

India's Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare has released the Final Estimates of 2018-19 and 1st Advance Estimates of 2019-20 of Area and Production of various Horticulture Crops.

Bayer showcases Root2Success for healthy soils and roots

30-Aug-2018 - 0 Comments.

At the 30th International Horticultural Congress (IHC2018), which will take place from August 12 to 16 in Istanbul, Turkey, Bayer introduces its latest innovations and novel approaches for sustainable horticulture production.

India release second advance estimates of various horticulture crops

28-May-2018 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare has released the 2017-18(2nd Advance Est.) of Area and Production of Horticulture Crops

India is the second largest producer of horticultural crops and fruits in the World

18-Dec-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian agriculture and farmers welfare minister, Radha Mohan Singh said research and development projects in horticulture crops have yielded encouraging results, as a result, the production of horticulture crops have been more than food grains irrespective of adverse climatic conditions.

India's horticulture production during 2016-17 estimated to be around 300 million tonnes

31-Aug-2017 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare has released the Third Advance Estimates of Area and Production of Horticulture Crops for 2016-17.

India releases final estimate of 2015-16, first advance estimates for 2016-17 horticulture crops

21-Feb-2017 - 0 Comments.

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has released the Final Estimates: 2015-16 and First Advance Estimates of 2016-17, of area and production of horticulture crops.

Huge opportunities generated for skilled youth in agriculture, allied sectors, says Singh

06-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of agriculture and farmers welfare has said that due to the sophisticated development in agriculture sector, employment opportunities have been generated for the skilled youth in the fields of agri-warehousing in agriculture, cold chains, supply chains, dairy, poultry, meat, fisheries, horticulture, agricultural mechanization as well as micro-irrigation.

Haryana to develop 340 villages as horticulture villages

10-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Haryana state government has decided to develop 340 villages as Horticulture Villages at a cost of $13.94 million (Rs 93 crore) during the Golden Jubilee year of the State. It has also decided to establish 140 clusters in these villages.

Telangana to set up horticulture university

09-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

India’s horticulture output records marginal growth to 283.36 MT

10-Sep-2016 - 0 Comments.

India’s horticulture production has recorded a marginal growth in horticulture production at 283.36 million tonnes during 2015-16, which is 0.8 per cent higher than the previous year.

Jharkhand to grow as agri state, says CM

27-Dec-2015 - 0 Comments.

Pointing that Jharkhand has full potential to grow as agriculture state, state chief minister, Raghuvar Das said that mineral-richstate has enough potential to grow in sectors like horticulture.