Production And Marketing Of Apples

In a discussion of apples. Himachal Pradesh is always uppermost in the minds of readers as Himachal Pradesh without apples is unimaginable. The present study covers both. Some of the world?s juiciest and tastiest varieties of apples are grown here. The book fulfills the long-felt need of providing empirical evidence regarding the much talked of profitability of apples orchards. The information collected from 143 orchardists has been grouped logically according to the needs of the plants of different age groups. The cost incurred during non-bearing stage has been ammortized over the fruit bearing period. Various techniques of project evaluation have been applied to arrive at the economic viability of apple orchards Methodologically this book should provide necessary guidelines for working out costs and returns in fruit crops. All aspects of production and marketing have been covered and also dependence of apple orchards on forest resources has been brought out. The problems of apple orchardists have been highlighted. Further needs of research are also indicated.