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Define urban and peri-urban horticulture. Commercially, which among the two is better and why? |
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Answer» UPH: Growing of horticultural crops in towns and cities is called as urban horticulture whereas growing of horticultural crops on the periphery of towns and cities is called as periurban horticulture. Which one is better: In urban areas, horticultural activities are primarily restricted to kitchen gardening, landscape gardening, roof gardening, terrace gardening whereas in pre-urban localities, large scale cultivation of fruits, vegetables and flowers can be adopted. UPH is a highly profitable venture, which not only helps in increasing the food and nutritional security but creates employment opportunities to rural and urban youths, and makes our surroundings more attractive and beautiful. |
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