Sustainable practices in horticulture and forestry is essential to address the escalating challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and natural resource degradation. Modern research highlights the importance of integrating organic farming, precision irrigation, agroforestry systems, soil and water conservation, and integrated pest and nutrient management to strengthen ecological resilience and ensure long-term productivity. These strategies are supported by advances in horticultural science and forest ecology by creating a multidisciplinary foundation for sustainable development. By aligning technological innovation with ecological principles, sustainable horticulture and forestry play a critical role in carbon sequestration, ecosystem restoration and food security and livelihoods.
- Dr. K. Venkatesan – Dean, HC&RI, Coimbatore
- Dr. S. Saraswathy – Dean, HC&RI, Periyakulam
- Dr. J. Suresh – Dean, HC&RI (W), Trichy
- Dr. A. Nihar Ranjan, I.F.S. – Dean, FC&RI, Mettupalayam
- Dr. M. Ganga – Prof. & Head (Floriculture and Landscape Architecture)
- Dr. V. Rajasree – Prof. & Head (Spices and Plantation Crops)
- Dr. C. Indu Rani – Prof. & Head (Vegetable Science)
- Dr. J. Auxcilia – Prof. & Head (Fruit Science)
- Dr. T. Saraswathi – Prof. & Head (Medicinal and Aromatic Crops)
- Dr. R. Revathi – Prof. & Head (Forest Biology and Tree Improvement)
- Dr. S. Radhakrishnan – Prof. & Head (Silviculture & Natural Resource Management)
- Dr. K. Baranidharan – Prof. & Head (Forest Products and Wildlife)
