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Governor Abdul Nazeer highlighted Andhra Pradesh's impressive horticulture growth, placing the state fifth in national production. He credited advancements in farming techniques and favorable climate for the boom. The state leads in crops like chilli, cocoa, and mango, reinforcing its agricultural dominance. Nazeer also noted India's record foodgrain output of 354 million tonnes in 2024-25.

Key Points: Andhra Pradesh Governor Nazeer Highlights State's Horticulture Growth

  • AP ranks fifth in horticulture with 275 lakh MT output
  • State leads in chilli, cocoa, and mango production
  • Governor credits advancements in agricultural practices
  • India's foodgrain output hits record 354 million tonnes
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Andhra Pradesh witnessed phenomenal growth in horticulture sector: Governor Abdul Nazeer

Governor Abdul Nazeer praises Andhra Pradesh's horticulture boom, ranking fifth in India with 275 lakh MT production.

"Andhra Pradesh stands as a major horticultural hub with record production of chilli, cocoa, and mango. – Governor Abdul Nazeer"

Vijayawada, July 10

Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer, on Thursday, emphasised that the state has witnessed phenomenal growth in the horticulture sector during the past few decades.

Governor Nazeer presided over the 6th Convocation of the University held at Swarna Bharat Trust Auditorium in Atkur, Krishna district.

As per a release, delivering the Convocation address, he said that Andhra Pradesh has witnessed phenomenal growth of the horticulture sector during the past few decades and with a production of 275.13 lakh metric tonnes from an area of 15.98 lakh hectares, the State stands at the fifth position in the country in Horticultural production.

He said that pioneering the production and productivity of many Horticultural crops like chilli, cocoa, lime, oil palm, papaya, tomato, cashew, mango, banana, and sweet orange, transformed the State into one of the major Horticultural hubs in the country.

The Governor further said that India is steadily emerging as a global economic powerhouse and a vital contributor to the world's food supply and the nation's foodgrain production reached an unprecedented output of 354 million tonnes in 2024-25 crop year, marking a 6.5 per cent increase over the previous year due to record harvests of key crops like wheat, rice, and maize, reflecting significant advancements in agricultural practices and favourable climatic conditions.

The Governor congratulated the students who received degrees during the Convocation, and those who were conferred with medals and awards in recognition of their academic excellence.

The Convocation commenced with the presentation of Annual Reports by Dr K Gopal, Vice Chancellor.

Dr Gopal Lal, Director, National Academy of Agricultural Research (NAARM), Hyderabad, Representative of Secretary, DARE & Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, attended the Convocation as Chief Guest-cum-Orator and delivered the Convocation lecture.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While the growth is impressive, I wish the article mentioned more about farmer incomes. High production numbers don't always translate to better livelihoods. Many farmers in Krishna district still struggle with debt despite good yields.
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Arjun K
Andhra's chilli and mangoes are the best in the country! 🥭🌶️ Our farmers have worked hard with limited resources. Hope the government continues supporting them with better MSP and market linkages. The convocation looks like it was well organized too.
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Sarah B
As someone working in agricultural exports, I can confirm AP's horticulture produce is gaining international recognition. The quality of bananas and papayas from this region is exceptional. More focus on organic farming could make it even better!
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Karthik V
Good to see agricultural universities getting recognition. But when will our farmers get direct benefits? Most still sell to middlemen at throwaway prices. The convocation is nice, but ground reality needs more attention.
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Divya L
My father is a mango farmer in Chittoor district. While production has increased, climate change is making farming unpredictable. Hope ICAR develops more drought-resistant varieties soon. The convocation speech should have addressed these challenges too.

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