NHB launched pilot phase of Cluster Development Programme

National Horticulture Board (NHB) launches pilot phase of Cluster Development Programme covering 11 states/UTsThe programme will address all major issues related to the Indian horticulture sector including pre-production, production, post-harvest management, logistics, marketing and branding.

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The programme is designed to leverage geographical specialisation and promote integrated and market-led development of horticulture clusters.

It will be implemented by the National Horticulture Board (NHB) of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.

The programme aims at growing and developing identified horticulture clusters to make them globally competitive.

The programme will benefit about 10 lakh farmers and is expected to attract an investment of Rs. 10,000 crore when implemented in all the 53 clusters.