Horticulture

Diploma in Horticulture is a 1 to 2 years undergraduate diploma course. This is the branch of science in which the knowledge of trees and plants and edible and inedible crops is studied. Food crops such as vegetable crops, cereals, wheat, rice, maize, millets, etc. are included. If we talk about inedible, then the cultivation of trees, plants, flowers and leaves is taken in this. In this, apart from production, their marketing is also taught. Its study also includes the subject of health care. It is also related to agriculture. To Take Admission Diploma in Horticulture course candidate must have passed class 10th with a minimum of 35%marks. The aspirants must have an interest in gardening, pomology, and agriculture. The admissions to this course are majorly provided based on merit in the last qualifying exam. The candidates after completing the diploma courses may build their careers in different sectors of agriculture horticulturist, florist, pomologist, agriculture inspector, etc. Candidates can get a good package of around INR 2LPA to 4LPA on an average. Diploma in Horticulture: Career Options & Job Profiles After the completion of Diploma in Horticulture course, a candidate can choose to work in various sectors like agriculture, pharmaceutical industry, perfumes and cosmetics production industries, etc. The Candidate also set up his/her business. Some of the popular job profiles in the field of Diploma in Horticulture listed below: * Horticulturist * Horticultural Technician * Tree Expert * Pomologist * Floriculturist * Pest Controller * Marketing Professional * Sales Executives Some of the companies hiring for the Horticulturists are Government organizations, Green Decor, IFFCO, Sun Valley Landscaping, real estate.