Production Technology of Vegetable Crops

by Bhag Chand Shivran, Nikhil Thakur, Jasdeep Kaur, Shubham, Dipti L Parmar

ISBN: 9789371709590
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Imprint : Daya Publishing House
Year : 2026
Price : Rs. 14990.00
Biblio : viii+365p., figs., tabls., ind., 25cm

Author Profile

Dr. Bhag Chand Shivran currently working as Senior Research Fellow at Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa Campus, New Delhi. B.Sc. in Horticulture from Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University, Uttarakhand. He has obtained M.Sc. (Ag.) Horticulture and Ph.D. Degree in Horticulture (Vegetable Science) from Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. He has qualified ASRB-NET in Horticulture (Vegetable Science). He has published 19 research papers in various National and International journals. He has written three book chapters and 22 popular articles in Hindi and English language in various magazines. Nikhil Thakur currently persuing Ph.D. in Vegetable Science from Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, H.P and completed master's in Vegetable Science and graduation in Horticulture (Honours) from Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, H.P, also publish three research papers, two review papers and some abstracts in reputed journals. Currently his research focuses on Stability analysis for growth, yield and quality character in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.). Jasdeep Kaur currently persuing Ph.D. in Vegetable Science from Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh and completed master's in Vegetable Science and graduation in Horticulture (Honours) from Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, H.P. Currently her research focuses on Stability analysis and association mapping for yield and quality traits in capsicum. Shubham obtained B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture and M.Sc. (Horticulture) Vegetable Science (2020) from Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Solan, Himachal Pradesh and pursuing Ph.D from Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal, Haryana Department of Vegetable Science and Biological Forum, one published paper. His current research area is effect of saline water and nitrogen fertigation in garlic Dipti L. Parmar Ph.D. Scholar at College of Horticulture, SDAU, Jagudan, Gujarat. She has Published 1 research paper, 1 book chapter, 7 review paper, 14 article and 4 abstracts. She has been selected for SHODH (Scheme of Developing High quality research) scholarship by Government of Gujarat during her Ph.D. work. She has been awarded with Best M.Sc. Thesis Award, Best Poster Presentation Award, The Young Horticulturist Award and The Young Professional Award.

About The Book

The book covers a wide range of topics related to vegetable crop production, including plant breeding, plant physiology, soil management, pest and disease control, irrigation, and post- harvest handling. It offers a comprehensive overview of the latest research and developments in each area and provides practical guidance for growers looking to implement these advancements on their farms. One of the key themes of the book is the importance of sustainable production practices. This includes using techniques that minimize the use of chemical inputs and promote the conservation of natural resources, such as water and soil. This book is an excellent resource for anyone involved in vegetable crop production, including growers, researchers and students.

Table of Contents

Preface v 1. Significance and Scope of Vegetable Cultivation 1 Anita Kerketta, Akanksha, Suraj Luthra and Samir E. Topno 2. Tomato 13 Arya S. Nair, R.L. Visakh, A.R. Anjitha and Saru Sara Sam 3. Chilli 29 Thakur Narender Singh, Yogita, Nitin Yadav and Rajni 4. Brinjal 39 Thakur Narender Singh, Yogita, Nitin Yadav and Rajni 5. Capsicum 49 Thakur Narender Singh, Yogita, Nitin Yadav and Rajni 6. Okra 59 Shivanjali Sarswat, Aaqib Ayub, Zahida Parveen and Divyanshu Sharma 7. Bottle Gourd 69 Swagat Ranjan Behera, Riya Pandey and Srishti 8. Cucurbits 83 Yogita, Srishti and Thakur Narender Singh viii 9. Watermelon 89 Riya Pandey, Swagat Ranjan Behera, M. Dhathri and Srishti 10. Cucurbits: Cucumber and Muskmelon 105 Srishti, Yogita, Swagat Ranjan Behera and Riya Pandey 11. Cole Crops 125 Palvi Thakur, Sanjay Chadha, Srishti and Nikhil Thakur 12. Rhizome Vegetables 147 Shubham, Yogita, Srishti and Sidharth 13. Potato 171 Anita Kerketta, Suraj Luthra, Akanksha Singh and Santosh Kumar 14. Leguminous Vegetables: French Bean and Cowpea 195 Yogita, Shubham, Srishti and Thakur Narender Singh 15. Leguminous Vegetables: Pea and Broad Bean 215 Srishti, Yogita, Palvi Thakur and Shubham 16. Trench Cultivation of Vegetable Crops 233 Jasdeep Kaur, Nikhil Thakur, Sonia Sood and B.M. Harish 17. Utilization of Hybrid Vigor in Vegetables 247 Deepa Beniwal and Prakash 18. Multiple Cropping Systems in Vegetables 259 Nikhil Thakur, Jasdeep Kaur, B.M. Harish and Palvi Thakur 19. Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops 281 Ankush Chaudhary, Utkarsh Singh and Anuj Sohi 20. Exotic Vegetables 303 Anuj Sohi, Rahul Pathania, Ankush Chaudhary and Parul Pathania 21. Root Crops 333 Sushil Kumar and Vandana Thakur Index 359