Bansi Lal Puttoo Sweet Cherry

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It is high time to initiate and plan cherry processing and value addition well near the major cherry growing belts to prevent postharvest losses, which at present are very high due to non-availability proper packaging and refrigerated transportation in growing belts. Technological inputs in the form high yielding dwarf, frost tolerant cultivars suited for high density plantation, processing and value addition and other related support from governmental agencies in days to come, is bound to help cherry growers in producing quality fruits for market. The present level of knowledge compilation in this book is sure to serve as a base line data for planners, administrators and researchers a like who desire to bestow a pride place of this fruit in India.