Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 1 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 Dr.YSRHU, Annual Report, 2012-13 Published by Dr.YSR Horticultural University Administrative Office, P.O. Box No. 7, Venkataramannagudem-534 101, W.G. Dist., A.P. Phones : 08818-284312, Fax : 08818-284223 E-mail : [email protected], [email protected] URL : www.drysrhu.edu.in Compiled and Edited by Dr. B. Srinivasulu, Registrar & Director of Research (FAC), Dr.YSRHU Dr.M.B.Nageswararao, Director of Extension, Dr.YSRHU Dr.M.Lakshminarayana Reddy, Dean of Horticulture, Dr.YSRHU Dr.D.Srihari, Dean of Student Affairs & Dean PG Studies, Dr.YSRHU Dr.M.Pratap, Controller of Examinations, Dr.YSRHU All rights are reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced or transmitted in any form by print, microfilm or any other means without written permission of the Vice-Chancellor, Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University, Venkataramannagudem. Printed at New Image Graphics, Vijayawada-2, Ph : 0866 2435553 2 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 Dr.B.M.C.REDDY VICE-CHANCELLOR Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University I am happy to present the Fifth Annual Report of Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University (Dr.YSRHU). It is a compiled document of the University activities during the year 2012-13. Dr.YSR Horticultural University was established at Venkataramannagudem, West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh on 26th June, 2007. Dr.YSR Horticultural University is second of its kind in the country, with the mandate for Education, Research and Extension related to horticulture and allied subjects. The university at present has 4 Horticultural Colleges, 5 Polytechnics, 27 Research Stations and 3 KVKs located in 9 agro-climatic zones of the state. Dr.YSR Horticultural University offers B.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture, M.Sc. (Horticulture) with specialization in four areas, namely i) Fruit Science, ii) Vegetable Science, iii) Floriculture & Landscaping, iv) Spices, Plantation, Medicinal & Aromatic crops and Ph.D (Horticulture). The University runs on the land grant pattern followed in the USA, integrating Horticultural Education, Research and Extension. With an intension to provide self employment to rural youth and also to make use the services of rural youth, the university has established five Horticultural Polytechnics to offer two year Diploma in Horticulture. The Dr.YSR Horticultural University Board of Management was not constituted during the year 2012-13. And three Academic Council meetings, one REC meeting and three ZREAC meetings were held during the year. A total of 246, 53 and 9 students in B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture, M.Sc. (Horticulture) and Ph.D (Horticulture) respectively along with 113 students in Diploma in Horticulture course are on rolls during the year. The Dr.YSR Horticultural University is conducting basic, applied, location / region specific and anticipatory research for the overall development of horticultural crops in the state at 27 research stations. 3 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 The university scientists are involved in popularizing the proven technologies and improved varieties developed through various extension activities viz., All India Radio, Print and Visual media, Participation in Exhibitions, Kisan melas, Rythu chaitanya yatra, Rythu Sadassulu and Adarsha Rythu programmes. I take this opportunity to thank the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Government of Andhra Pradesh for their financial and technical support to the University. I am thankful to Academic Council, Research and Extension Advisory Council for their timely guidance and cooperation extended in the university administration. I am whole heartedly thankful to University Officers, Associate Deans, Principals, Heads of Research Stations, Programme Coordinators and supporting staff for their cooperation in preparation of the Annual Report. (Dr.B.M.C.REDDY) Vice-Chancellor 4 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 S.No. Particulars Page No. Summary 01 I. Introduction 04 II. University Administration 05 A. Authorities of the University 05 1. Board of Management 05 2. Officers of the University 07 3. Academic Council 07 B. Meetings of the Authorities of the University 08 1. Academic Council 08 C. Faculty Strength 08 III. Education 09 1. Teaching Institutes 09 2. Admission Strength and out turn of Students 09 3. Scholarships and Stipends 10 4. Students’ Hostels 10 5. Students Activities 11 i) NSS Activities 11 ii) Sports, Games & Cultural Activities 13 IV. Research 17 1. Thrust areas of Research 17 2. Research Stations 17 3. Seasonal conditions and crop performance 18 4. Salient Research Results during 2012-13 19 A. Crop Improvement 22 B. Crop Production 68 C. Post-harvest Technology 98 D. Entomology 103 E. Plant Pathology 116 F. Soil Science, Agronomy 151 5 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 V. Extension 153 A. Diagnostic visits 153 B. Training programmes Conducted 164 C. Training programmes Participated 169 D. Method demonstrations 184 E. Group discussions 186 F. Field days 188 G. Mass communication 189 a) Radio programmes 189 b) Television programmes 192 H. Rythu sadassus 198 I. Rythu Chaitanya Yatras 200 J. Village adoption programme 204 VI. Publications 213 VII. Finance and Budget 235 VIII. Awards & Honours 236 IX. Building and construction Programmes 238 X. Other Significant events if any 240 6 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 SUMMARY The Andhra Pradesh Horticultural University (APHU) was established by the Government of Andhra Pradesh with its headquarters at Venkataramannagudem, near Tadepalligudem in West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh on 26th June, 2007 by Act 30 of 2007 and renamed as Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University w.e.f. 18th April, 2011 by Act 13 of 2011. It is the second Horticultural University in the country. The university runs on Land Grant Pattern followed in the USA, with emphasis on Education, Research and Extension of Horticulture and allied subjects. Presently this university has four constituent Colleges of Horticulture, 27 Research Stations, 3 KVKs and 5 Horticultural Polytechnics situated in 9 agroclimatic zones of Andhra Pradesh. The University is governed by a Board of Management comprising of 21 members headed by the Vice- Chancellor. The Vice-Chancellor is supported by University Officers viz., Registrar, Dean of Horticulture, Director of Research, Director of Extension, Dean of PG Studies, Dean of Student Affairs, Controller of Examinations, Comptroller and Estate Officer in University management. The academic affairs of the University are governed by the Academic Council, UG and PG board lead by the Vice-Chancellor, the Research and Extension services are guided by Research and Extension Council (REC). EDUCATION This university offers B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture in four constituent colleges namely College of Horticulture, Anantharajupet (Kadapa District), Mojerla (Mahaboobnagar District), Rajendranagar (Ranga Reddy District) and Venkataramannagudem (West Godavari District), M.Sc. (Horticulture) with specialization in Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture and Landscape Architecture and Spices, Plantation, Medicinal and Aromatic Crops in all three colleges and Vegetable Science at Mojerla and Ph.D (Horticulture) at College of Horticulture, Rajendranagar and Venkataramannagudem. The university has established five Horticultural Polytechnics in rural areas to offer two year Diploma in Horticulture. The Horticultural Polytechnics are at Dasnapur (Adilabad district), Madakasira (Ananthapur district), Ramachandrapuram (East Godavari district), Ramagirikhilla (Karimnagar district) and Kalikiri (Chittoor district). During the year 2012-13, two Academic Council meetings were held. Students on roll are 246, 53, 9 and 113 in B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture, M.Sc. (Horticulture), Ph.D (Horticulture) and Diploma in Horticulture respectively. NSS activities were organized at College of Horticulture, Anantharajupet, Mojerla, Rajendranagar and Venkataramannagudem. 3rd Inter Collegiate Sports & Games meet was held at HC & RI, Venkataramannagudem during 12-14th February, 2013 for degree colleges and 2nd Inter Collegiate Sports, Games, Cultural and Literary meet for Polytechic colleges was held during 24-26th March, 2013 at SSPG Horticulture Polytechnic, Madakasira. RESEARCH Crop Improvement In mango the table variety, Totapuri (131.68 kg/tree), juicy variety, Suvarnarekha (67.33 kg/tree) and hybrid, Manjeera (156.65 kg/tree) recorded the highest yield, while the clone Dashehari-35 recorded maximum fruit yield per tree (96.65 kg/tree) and cumulative yield (328.67 kg/tree). Among the sapota accessions, Virudhnagar recorded more number of fruits/tree (3409.33), fruit yield (147.06 kg/tree / 14.71 ton/ha) and cumulative yield (75.76 t/ha). Yield was maximum in Palur-1 (85.23 kg/plant) followed by Hybrid (80.47 kg/plant) among jackfruit varieties at HRS, Venkataramannagudem. Maximum yield was recorded in Shiraz (15.70 kg/vine) and maximum juice recovery per cent (17.12%) was recorded in Chenin Blanc among the vine varieties of grape evaluated at Rajendranagar. Among the pomegranate accessions, Ruby (4.8 kg/plant) recorded maximum yield in hasta bahar crop. But maximum TSS was observed in Bhaguwa (17o Brix), while in ber cv. Umran (118.9 kg) and cv. NA-7 in Aonla (83 kg) recorded the highest fruit yield per tree at HRS, Anantapur. 1 Dr. YSRHU Annual Report 2012-13 FHIA-3, a dual purpose tetraploid hybrid of banana, recorded higher yield (54.15 t/ha) and has been recommended for state release for its higher yield potential and Fusarium wilt resistance at HRS, Kovvur. Cashew germplasm was evaluated