Horticulture is a branch of plant agriculture dealing with vegetables, ornamental plants and fruits. It is the science of development, sustainable production and marketing of high-yield and meticulously cultivated food and plants.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
Horticultural therapist
Horticultural scientist / Researcher
Landscape Horticulture
Floriculturist
Olericulturist
Pomologist
Viticulture
Arboriculture
Where can I work?
Agriculture Development Officer, Indian Forest Services, District Horticulture Officer, Horticulture Inspector, ICAR, State Agricultural Universities
Agriplex Private Limited, AV AGRITECH INPUTS PVT LTD
INI Farms, Highline Hemp Farms, LLC Premium Agritech startups
Nurseries, Landscaping Florist
Positives
Laboratory as well as the field work
Attractive work environment
Career opportunities
Challenges
poor access to input
high input costs
pests and diseases
lack of finance
Key Skills Required
Analytical skills
Domain Knowledge
Demography Knowledge
Communication skills
Coordination
Management
Technical Knowledge
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII in Science Stream - B.Sc. (Agriculture) - M. Sc. (Horticulture) - Ph.D for 2-3 years/Job
Pathway 2
Class XII in Science Stream - B.Sc. ( Horticulture) - M. Sc. ( Horticulture) - Ph.D for 2-3 years/Job