"Minor Fruit Crops: An inclusive study" delves into the vital role of minor fruits in India's agricultural tapestry. Amidst its status as the world's second-largest fruit producer, India's diverse agro-climatic conditions foster the growth of a plethora of fruits, including often-overlooked minor varieties. These fruits, found in scattered locales like roadsides and wastelands, offer rich nutritional benefits, boasting elevated levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With phytochemicals renowned for their anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, demand for these small fruits has surged. This guide fills the technological void necessary for cultivating top-quality minor fruits across India's varying climates, facilitating their export to meet global market demands. Accessible to students, instructors, researchers, and innovative fruit farmers, the book's straightforward language and insights promise to elevate India's fruit sector and enhance nutrition security.
