Addressing the gathering, the Finance Minister said the risk was less in horticulture crops compared to agricultural crops. The agriculture sector contributed 24% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) while the horticulture 18 to 19%. The sole reason for losses in the agriculture sector was that it was dependent on nature. Mr. Ramakrishnudu said the State and the Central governments had allocated ?1,476 crore for the development of horticulture in the State. The voluntary organisations and the farmers associations also should come forward in creating awareness on the advantages of horticulture.
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