Introduction The olive tree, also known as the “tree of eternity,” is an ancient Asian fruit crop with a documented history of 8000-6000 years. It thrives well in sub-tropical regions, preferring semi-arid, warm conditions. Olives thrive best in well-drained, fertile, deep, loamy soil with an alkaline pH, and can’t tolerate humid conditions. Olive belongs to … Read more
Introduction The pomegranate is an important fruit, also known as the fruit of heaven. It is native to Iran and the northwest Himalayas. Its tree thrives well in temperate and subtropical regions. The plant is drought-tolerant and requires hot summers and cool winters. However, continuous exposure to sub-freezing temperatures is not suitable for tree propagation. … Read more
Introduction Grapes are a significant horticultural crop with a rich history dating back to ancient times. Originating in the North-Western Himalayas, they have spread to North America, Europe, India, and Persia. Grapes thrive in various climatic conditions, requiring a hot and dry climate with optimum temperature (15–40°C) and rainfall (50–60 cm). They are propagated using … Read more
Introduction Apricots, also known as “the golden egg of the sun,” are a crucial fruit crop in dry temperate regions, originating from China and some indigenous to India. They thrive in Mediterranean climates, preferring well-drained, deep, and fertile soil with an alkaline pH. They can survive temperatures as low as 7°C but are sensitive to … Read more
Introduction Fig, an ancient fruit, is believed to have originated from western Asia and spread to other parts of the world through Mediterranean countries. Fig trees, a type of rubber tree, thrive in various climatic conditions, from mid-temperate to tropical and subtropical regions. They thrive in dry weather and light spring rains, but extreme hot … Read more
Introduction Cherry is an important temperate fruit crop. It has high economic value. However, the shelf life of cherries is limited. It belongs to the family “Rosaceae”. Cherries require low temperatures for more yield. Moreover, well-drained and Sandy loam are required for cherry plants to thrive with a pH ranging from 6-7.5. Root cuttings and … Read more
Introduction Pear is among the oldest cultivated plants in the world. It grows in various agroclimatic conditions and can tolerate temperatures from -26 to 46 degrees. That’s why it is known as a hardy crop. Fully mature pear trees attain a height of 10-13 m. The leaves on the tree are 2.5 cm in length … Read more
