Semester I
Fundamentals of Horticulture
HRT 111 · 3 (2+1) credit hours
Syllabus
Topic-wise syllabus
Theory
29 topics · 29 lectures
| No. | Topic | Lectures |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | ||
| 1 | Introduction to Horticulture: Definition and Historical Background | 1 |
| 2 | Importance and Scope of Horticulture in India and Globally | 1 |
| 3 | Branches of Horticulture: Pomology, Olericulture and Floriculture, etc. | 1 |
| 4 | Botanical Classification of Horticultural Crops | 1 |
| 5 | Climatic Requirements for Horticultural Crops | 1 |
| 6 | Soil Types and Their Suitability for Horticultural Production | 1 |
| 7 | Soil Management and Preparation for Horticultural Crops | 1 |
| 8 | Microclimate Modifications in Horticultural Systems | 1 |
| 9 | Sustainable and Organic Approaches in Horticulture | 1 |
| 10 | Introduction to Horticulture: Definition and Historical Background | 1 |
| Unit II | ||
| 11 | Introduction to Plant Propagation: Definitions and Concepts | 1 |
| 12 | Seed Propagation: Selection, Treatment and Sowing | 1 |
| 13 | Seed Dormancy and Germination: Factors and Treatments | 1 |
| 14 | Asexual Propagation: Cutting, Layering, Grafting and Budding | 1 |
| 15 | Micropropagation and Tissue Culture Basics | 1 |
| 16 | Propagation Structures: Nursery, Greenhouse and Mist Chambers | 1 |
| 17 | Stock-Scion Relationship: Concepts and Compatibility | 1 |
| 18 | Merits and Demerits of Sexual vs Asexual Propagation | 1 |
| 19 | Care and Management of Propagated Plants | 1 |
| Unit III | ||
| 20 | Principles of Orchard Establishment: Site, Layout and Planting Systems | 1 |
| 21 | Orchard Management Practices: Intercropping and Mulching etc. | 1 |
| 22 | Training of Fruit Plants: Objectives and Techniques | 1 |
| 23 | Pruning: Types, Timing and Importance | 1 |
| 24 | Juvenility and Flower Bud Differentiation | 1 |
| 25 | Unfruitfulness: Causes and Remedial Measures | 1 |
| 26 | Pollination, Pollinizers, Pollinators and Fertilization | 1 |
| 27 | Parthenocarpy and Its Importance in Fruit Production | 1 |
| 28 | Role of Plant Growth Regulators in Fruit Production | 1 |
| 29 | Irrigation system and Fertilizer application in Horticulture | 1 |
Practical
10 topics
| No. | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identification and Nomenclature of Fruit Crops |
| 2 | Orchard Layout and Planting Systems, Pit Digging and Planting Techniques |
| 3 | Nursery Raising Techniques for Fruit Crops |
| 4 | Plant Propagation Structures |
| 5 | Propagation through Seeds and Vegetative Methods |
| 6 | Potting, Repotting and Container Management |
| 7 | Training and Pruning of Fruit Crops |
| 8 | Fertilizer Mixture and PGR Application |
| 9 | Layout of different Irrigation Systems |
| 10 | Maturity indices, Harvesting, Grading, Packaging and Storage in Fruit Crops |
Study material
Notes
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