Development Prospects of Apple Farming in India
Ripin
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Khushi Khandelwal
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Muskan Gupta
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Saket Mishra
Department of Biological Science, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Shashi Kant Ekka *
Department of Biological Science, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Reena Kujur
College of Agriculture and Research Station, Kunkuri, Chhattisgarh, India.
Johnson Lakra
College of Agriculture and Research Station, Kunkuri, Chhattisgarh, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The cultivation of apples in India has observed significant growth and transformation over the years, becoming a crucial component of the country's horticultural landscape. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of apple production in India, highlighting key factors influencing its cultivation, challenges faced by growers, and the economic impact on the agricultural sector. The review begins by exploring the historical evolution of apple cultivation in India, tracing its origins and the introduction of different apple varieties. It examines the geographical distribution of apple orchards across the country, emphasizing the diverse agro-climatic zones that contribute to the cultivation of this temperate fruit.
Keywords: Apple cultivation, varieties, distribution, challanges