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Title:

Agro-technology of Carnations
Value Proposition:

Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus L.) is a high value cut-flower crop that ranks among top ten cut-flowers in the world. Carnations are known for their fragrance, different colors and forms. These are suitable for protected cultivation in the mid hills region. 
Summary Application:

The global trade market for Carnations for is estimated at USD 100 million presently. 
Advantages:

Considering the demand and high commercial value for Carnations, CSIR-IHBT has developed agro-technology protocols to produce cut flowers with following features

  1. Excellent keeping quality
  2. Light weight
  3. Ability to withstand long distance transport
  4. Further, CSIR-IHBT supports farmer community by providing Carnation planting materials (societal relevant technology)
  5. Training on cultivation practices
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology
CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology[CSIR-IHBT]
:  director[at]ihbt[dot]res[dot]in
:91-1894-230411
:https://www.ihbt.res.in
Industrial Applications: Agriculture methods [Agriculture] Agricutltural Tools [Agriculture] New Techniques [Building Materials, Construction Technologies, Furniture etc.] Pollution control [Environmental (Clean Tech.)]
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