Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University
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West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
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2007
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UGC
West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
2007
UGC
The University was established by the Government of Andhra Pradesh through G.O.Ms.No.134 dated 26-06-2007 at Venkataramannagudem, near Tadepalligudem in West Godavari District. It is the second Horticultural University in the country. Andhra Pradesh being the leader in the production of mango, oil palm, chillies, turmeric, sweet orange, papaya and second largest producer of total fruits and spices richly deserves Horticultural University to increase the productivity, sustaining the productivity and commercialization of Horticulture in the State.
Development of Horticulture for providing nutritional security to the people and increasing the profitability to the farmers through the development of appropriate technologies and manpower in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Manpower development in relation to the present needs of the horticulture industry. Development of technologies for horticultural crops to ensure safety to the consumers, people involved in production and environment. Reducing the cost of production through increased efficiency of inputs to enhance the profitability to the growers.
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