The 2nd edition of the book is edited with new and recent advances in the world of horticulture. Updated information with reference to production technology, sustainable horticulture, crop husbandry, varieties and technologies developed from ICAR institutes and SAUs, biotechnological interventions like use of molecular markers, genetic engineering, use of nanotechnology, Horti-silvi-pastoral system, biodiversity, processing and post-harvest technology of horticulture produce, spices and medicinal and aromatic plants find place in the book.

The book will certainly help fellow students, researchers and budding scientists to get newer information and excel in their competitive examinations with great success and flying colours.

M. S. Patil: Assistant Professor of Horticulture, NARP, ZARS (Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri), Solapur - 413002, Maharashtra, India

A. R. Karale: Ex. Associate Dean, College of Horticulture (Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri), Pune - 411005, Maharashtra, India

C. D. Badgujar: Associate Professor of Horticulture, BRS (Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri), Jalgaon - 425002, Maharashtra, India

J.D. Adiga: Professor of Fruit Science, College of Horticulture, UHS, Campus GKVK, Bengaluru-560 065 Karnataka, India

1. General Horticulture 2. Fruit Science 3. Vegetable Science 4. Floriculture & Landscape Architecture 5. Plantation Crops 6. Spices and Condiments 7. Medicinal and Aromatic Plants 8. Post Harvest Technology