Basic Knowledge in Agriculture #73

Explain in detail the term Horticulture

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In agriculture, there is a branch that deals with the management, cultivation, and study of garden crops which this branch is known as horticulture.

The reason why it is called horticulture is that it involves the growing of flowers, trees, vegetables, fruits, and a lot of things that can be commonly found around us especially those that need to be watered and maintained.

Horticulture as a branch of agriculture focuses more on large-scale cultivation of plants for recreational, nutritional, and aesthetic purposes.

Scope of Horticulture

Horticulture takes care of a wide range of activities;

• Cultivation of fruits ornamental plants, vegetables, and flower plants.

• Propagation of plants through cuttings, budding, seeds, and grafting.

• Storage and post-harvest

• Pest management and plant protection.

The gold part of horticulture is that it can be practised in farms, small gardens, commercial nurseries, and parks which contribute to making a place look beautiful, providing food and healthcare.

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What is the importance of Horticulture?

The importance of horticulture

• Enhancing food production is one of the important

• Providing employment opportunities is also another important aspect of horticulture

• Improving Aesthetic value through gardening and landscaping is another important

• Contributing to economic growth

• Prevention of soil erosion and promotion of biodiversity

• Promotion of health and well-being