Protected Cultivation of Horticultural Crops provides an in-depth study of modern techniques used to grow high-value crops under controlled environments. Targeted at students of horticulture, agriculture, and agribusiness, the book integrates scientific principles with practical applications for enhancing productivity, quality, and profitability in crop production.
The text begins with the concept and importance of protected cultivation, highlighting its role in addressing climate variability, resource-use efficiency, and year-round availability of horticultural produce. It explains the types of protected structures—greenhouses, shade nets, polyhouses, tunnels, and hydroponic systems—detailing their design, construction, and maintenance.
Core chapters cover crop and variety selection, nursery management, soil-less cultivation, irrigation and fertigation techniques, climate control systems, and integrated pest and disease management (IPDM) in protected conditions. Special emphasis is given to the cultivation of vegetables, flowers, fruits, and nursery plants, supported with region-specific case studies and success stories.
The book also explores modern technologies such as vertical farming, hydroponics, aeroponics, sensor-based automation, and the use of ICT, drones, and climate-smart tools in protected horticulture. Economic aspects—including cost–benefit analysis, marketing strategies, and export potential—are thoroughly discussed to guide farmers and entrepreneurs.
Illustrated with diagrams, tables, and practical exercises, the book simplifies complex concepts for easy understanding and application.
By combining scientific foundations, technological innovations, and business perspectives, Protected Cultivation of Horticultural Crops serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, extension workers, and progressive farmers aiming to maximize returns through sustainable and high-tech horticulture.
Book Details
Language: English
Pages: 75
Compiled By : Department of Horticultural crops
Price: Free
Course Outline of Protected Cultivation of Horticultural Crops
Table of Contents
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Chapter 1 Protected cultivation – Importance and scope, status of protected cultivation in India
Chapter 2 Greenhouse/ polyhouse designs, different types of protected structures based on soil
Chapter 3 Different types of Cladding material involved in greenhouse/ polyhouse
Chapter 4 Greenhouse design
Chapter 5 Environmental control in polyhouses
Chapter 6 Artificial lights, Automation in polyhouses
Chapter 7 Types of Growing media, Soil preparation and substrate management in polyhouses for growing crops
Chapter 8 Types of benches and containers used in polyhouses
Chapter 9 Irrigation and Fertigation management
Chapter 10 Use of polyhouses for Propagation and production of quality planting material
Chapter 11 Greenhouse cultivation of Rose – Soil, Climate, Varieties, Propagation and intercultural operations
Chapter 12 Rose – harvesting, post-harvest management, Pests and Diseases
Chapter 13 Greenhouse cultivation of Carnation – Soil, Climate, Varieties, Propagation and intercultural operations
Chapter 14 Carnation – harvesting, post-harvest management, Pests and Diseases
Chapter 15 Greenhouse cultivation of Chrysanthemum – Soil, Climate, Varieties, Propagation and intercultural operations
Chapter 16 Chrysanthemum – harvesting, post-harvest management, Pests and Diseases
Chapter 17 Greenhouse cultivation of pot plants – Gerberas
Chapter 18 Greenhouse cultivation of Orchids – Soil, Climate, Varieties, Propagation and intercultural operations
Chapter 19 Orchids – Harvesting, Post-harvest Management, Pests and Diseases
Chapter 20 Greenhouse cultivation of Anthurium
Chapter 21 Greenhouse cultivation of Lilium
Chapter 22 Greenhouse cultivation of Tulip
Chapter 23 Greenhouse cultivation of Tomato – Soil, Climate, Varieties, Propagation and intercultural operations
Chapter 24 Tomato – harvesting, post-harvest management, Pests and Diseases
Chapter 25 Greenhouse cultivation of Bell pepper
Chapter 26 Greenhouse cultivation of Cucumber
Chapter 27 Greenhouse cultivation of Strawberry
Chapter 28 Greenhouse cultivation of Pot plants and containers
Chapter 29 Off-season production of flowers
Chapter 30 Off-season production of vegetables
Chapter 31 Polyhouse cultivation of economically important medicinal plants (e.g., Stevia)
Chapter 32 Polyhouse cultivation of economically important aromatic plants (e.g., Davanam)
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