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Horticulture Cluster Development Programme

Updated: 16 Oct 2025
Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Beneficiary: Farmers

Overview

The Horticulture Cluster Development Programme is a Central Sector scheme by NHB aimed at boosting targeted crop exports by 20% and creating cluster-specific brands to enhance competitiveness.

  • Scheme: Central Sector Scheme
  • Aim: To improve exports of targeted crops by about 20% and create cluster-specific brands to enhance the competitiveness of cluster crops. 
  • Implementing agency: National Horticulture Board (NHB)