Karnal’s Maharana Pratap Horticulture University (MHU) will start research work on seed spices, including marigold flower, onion, and garlic. The Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Suresh K. Malhotra, said that research will be conducted along with the cultivation of fennel, coriander, celery, fenugreek, onion, and garlic on 10 acres during the upcoming kharif season. He said that a special seed production programme will also be carried out to provide farmers with an improved variety of seeds as well as information for their cultivation.
The Vice-Chancellor said that a department of plantation, spices, medicinal, and aromatic research has been created to conduct research along with a team of scientists. The department has identified the land, and the work will be completed soon, he added.
He said that MHU aims to improve soil fertility so that natural resources are not overexploited, implying that farmers should farm in harmony with the ecosystem. He said that such transformative initiatives will not only enhance the financial prosperity of farmers but also mitigate their reliance on traditional farming methods. He said that this shift will play an important role in conserving natural resources while fostering sustainable agricultural practices.
