Which is the best specialisation in M.Sc (horticulture)?

Hi, Horticulture as a branch of studies is picking up in India these days due to proposed mega investments in food parks and government push towards different agri crops. There are few good institutions which curate the programs for horticulture. My 16 years in education tell me that LPU, with its program outcomes like: 1 : Knowledge Enhancement : Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to subject areas. 2 : Communication : Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written contexts in the form of technical papers, project reports, design documents and seminar presentations. 3 : Problem Solving : Acquiring the ability to Identify, investigate, understand and analyze complex problems pertaining to agricultural practices and identify effective solution, strategies for implementation. 4 : Analytical approach : Evaluate the analytical and scientific decision making using cross functional information and research tools. 5 : Research Skill : Inculcate the role of research in developing and maintaining knowledge of the state-of-the-art in various technologies in agriculture sector. Acquire the skill to design develop and modify system to meet desired needs within realistic constraints. 6 : Entrepreneurship skills : Understand the process of setting up and managing viable business ventures. 7 : Ethics & IPR : Apply ethical principles and commit to professional responsibilities and norms of the scientific practice and become familiar with the intellectual property rights, standards and laws in agriculture and allied sectors 8 : Apply knowledge and hands on experience on in-depth studies of orchard management 9 : Apply knowledge in precision farming, GAP and biotechnological approaches of horticultural crops 10 : Impart technical skills for post harvest processing, storage and marketing of fruit crops 11 : Develop ability to use innovative techniques for improving input use efficiency The specializations within the branch are as follows, the best is one which you have passion for: M.Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Fruit Science) 2 yrs. (4 Semesters) M.Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Vegetable Science) 2 yrs. (4 Semesters) M. Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscaping) 2 yrs.(4 Semesters) LPU is one of those universities which work on the employability of the students as per the ambitions, so there are pathways for corporate, govt and research jobs as well as higher studies. Hope this helps DVD

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Top Specializations offered as part of the course include: Biotechnology Plant and Soil Biochemistry Crop Management Economics Plant Cultivation Research Genetics Crop Ecophysiology. Regards.

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Hi Dear, Let us discuss about first Indian private University who has got and accreditation from ICAR. It is Lovely Professional University Punjab. LPU is equally good as government agricultural universities. In fact fee structure is quite low for brilliant students because they get very handsome amount of scholarships. Moreover placements at LPU is better than government agricultural universities. Recently a girl from school of agricultural got rupees 1 crore package coriander per annum after post graduation in horticulture. In horticulture Lovely Professional University offer 3 specialisations. These are as follows: 1) M.Sc. Horticulture (Fruit Science). 2) M.Sc. Horticulture (Vegetable Science). 3) M.Sc. Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscaping). I hope this would be helpful to you.

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Hi Best specialisation of course would be what you are passionate about. Specializations offered as part of the course include: Biotechnology. Plant and Soil Biochemistry. Crop Management. Economics. Plant Cultivation. Research. Genetics. LPU is the only private university which has been accredited by ICAR. LPU realizes that paradigm changes are happening around the world. Rapidly changing business landscape requires young leaders to not only understand developing economies but also develop a global perspective at the same time in order to be an integral part of the growth of the economy 1. Cutting edge research facilities- 35 Subject specific laboratories 2. Polyhouse, Greenhouse, and 200 acre research farm (200 additional is for production and forestry) 3. Experiential Learning and Hand on training experience with strong project work as team 4. LPU trains our students for Agricultural Entrepreneurship in the areas of Major sectors viz. Apiculture, Mushroom Cultivation, Organic Farming, Vermicomposting, Protected Cultivation, Landscaping, SEED Production, Nursery Management, Floriculture etc. 5. Crop Ecophysiology. Cutting edge research facilities- 35 Subject specific laboratories Polyhouse, Greenhouse, and 200 acre research farm (200 additional is for production and forestry) 6. Due to ICAR accreditation of LPU, large number of companies are visiting the campus. More than 44 renowned firms and industries are on board for on campus and off campus drive in 2018-19, around 90% of the students got placed, among the drive conducted the major associates were with Syngenta pvt. Lmt. , Tata Rallis India, Bioseed, Emami, GSR with maximum package offer of 5.68 Lacs. Seats are filling up fast due to online admissions so book your seat All the Best !

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Hi A lot depends on your interest as you can give your best in a stream for which you are passionate. The companies to pick the bests. So decide your interest to give your best. I would suggest something related to hydroponics or tissue culture from a good university like LPUwhich is the only private university which has been accredited by ICAR. You can opt for: M.Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Fruit Science) 2 years. (4 Semesters) M.Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Vegetable Science) 2 years. (4 Semesters) M.Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscaping) 2 years. (4 Semesters) LPU has external research funding worth 1.8 Million INR of the foreign university. Many students are aspiring higher studies in International Universities such as, Technical University of Munich, Germany, Leibniz Universitat Hannover, WAGENINGEN UNIVERSITY Netherland etc. Due to ICAR accreditation of LPU, large number of companies are visiting the campus. More than 44 renowned firms and industries are on board for on campus and off campus drive in 2018-19, around 90% of the students got placed, among the drive conducted the major associates were with Syngenta pvt. Lmt. , Tata Rallis India, Bioseed, Emami, GSR with maximum package offer of 5.68 Lacs. In LPU hands on training, practical crop production, rural and agriculture work experience (RAWE), Nursery raising for horticulture crops, crop and SEED Identification, soil and water sampling and analysis, soil description and Interpretation, organic and chemical fertilizer, manure identification and application etc. Are carried out in the campus. The credit transfer options allow to pursue half degree from a university abroad and get the degree of the foreign university. Seats are filling fast so book your seat Good Luck!

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Lovely professional university is the first private university to get accreditation from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). LPU provides the quality education by the well qualified teachers. LPU has become a brand across the globe. It has various national and international tie-ups. LPU provides a proper atmosphere or environment for agriculture students. In this stream as most of the work is fieldwork, there every student is allocated a separate piece of land to perform their tasks in the supervision of the staff. Students here are given the opportunity to work on the live projects. University provides additional professional enhancement classes as part of the curriculum to prepare the students for all types of competitive exams. LPU excels in terms of placement as well. Students of agriculture are availing a good amount of packages from the recruiters. Moreover placements at LPU is better than government agricultural universities. Recently a girl from school of agricultural got rupees 1 crore package coriander per annum after post graduation in horticulture. In horticulture Lovely Professional University offer 3 specialisations. These are as follows: 1) M.Sc. Horticulture (Fruit Science). 2) M.Sc. Horticulture (Vegetable Science). 3) M.Sc. Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscaping).

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