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Overview of underutilized horticultural crops in North-Eastern region

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Title Overview of underutilized horticultural crops in North-Eastern region
 
Creator T, Amrutha
Mohanty, A K
H R, Chikkathimme Gowda
Singha, A K
Bordoloi, R M
 
Subject KVKs, Therapeutic diversity, Underutilized crops, Value-addition
 
Description The study discusses the rich biodiversity and potential of underutilized horticultural crops in the North-eastern region of India. The region, covering only 7.7% of India's total geographic area, is home to more than 50% of the country's biodiversity, with over 60% of the region's crops being underutilized. The study underscores the importance of these underutilized crops in addressing food security, agrobiodiversity conservation, and a more resilient agricultural system. It also highlights the therapeutic diversity of these crops, their potential for value-addition and postharvest management, and their significance in traditional medicine systems. The significance of these underutilized crops in addressing various health issues and contributing to traditional medicine systems is emphasized, along with their potential for income generation for local farmers and sustainable agricultural practices. Additionally, the study addresses the pivotal role of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) in fostering awareness among farmers regarding the importance andconservation of these crops.
 
Publisher Indian Council of Agricutural Research
 
Date 2024-03-21
 
Type info:eu-repo/semantics/article
info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion
 
Format application/pdf
 
Identifier https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/149869
 
Source Indian Farming; Vol. 74 No. 3 (2024): Golden Jubilee of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs); 60-64
0019-4786
 
Language eng
 
Relation https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/149869/54173
 
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