The Floriculture Department Kashmir has made its Training Institute at Rajbagh functional, marking a major milestone in advancing floriculture education, skill development, and employment/livelihood opportunities in the floriculture sector.
The institute commenced operations on 09-08-2025, with an inaugural batch of 100 trainees, comprising both growers and field functionaries.
The initiative aims at upgrading gardening skills, introducing recent advances in landscaping, and promoting commercial floriculture, seeking to bridge the gap between traditional practices and modern, technology-driven approaches.
Over the past year, efforts were underway to upgrade the infrastructure and learning modules. The institute features modern training facilities and a comprehensive syllabus covering diverse topics such as Cut Flower Production, Ornamental Nursery Establishment and Management, Turf Business, Dry Flower Production, Lavender Cultivation, and Landscaping & Garden Design.
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