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The State Department of Horticulture functions with the objective of building a prosperous Himachal through scientific development of horticulture by harnessing the natural resources for the development of a sustainable system of agriculture in the hilly areas. 

The Department came into existence in September 1970. The pragmatic policies for the development of horticulture of the State Government combined with their adoption by the farmers has resulted in transformation  of the horticulture industry of Himachal Pradesh. The State has earned the distinction of being the "Apple State of  India".

To develop  horticulture as a science, technology and business  by  facilitating  the creation of infrastructure for  research and  development, extension, post  harvest  management  including  processing  and  providing production  support  services and  incentives to  the farmers  for all round  development  of  the horticulture
industry of Himachal Pradesh.

1. Diversification  of  the  traditional  farming system based on  subsistence  agriculture  to commercial market oriented   farming   system  based on high  income  generating  cash  crops like fruits, flowers, mushrooms, medicinal plants, etc.

2. Harnessing the ecological niches for  the  promotion of environment friendly  farming  systems suited to the different agro climatic conditions of the State.

3. Creation of conditions, infrastructure, services and facilities  for improving the levels of farm income and employment by increasing production, productivity and quality of produce thereby improving the quality of life of the rural population. 
      
4. Greater use of science and  technology for the optimum utilization of the State's horticulture  potential and for that to develop, introduce, adapt and extend  appropriate  technology  for  adoption at  the farm level.

5. Formulation and implementation of sound and scientific plans for the development of horticulture in Himachal Pradesh with equal participation from the farmers, farmers' organizations and the industry.  

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