Introduction

Horticultural college and Research Institute, Periyakulam is a premier institute for horticultural education under the umbrella of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. The campus is located 5Km away from Devathanapatti and 16 Km from Batlagundu. It is 5 Km ahead of Periyakulam on Dindigul – Theni National Highway (NH 45B).

Genesis

This Institute was started as Horticultural Research Station in 1957 and upgraded as Horticultural College and Research Institute in 1990 to offer B.sc (Hort.) Degree Programme of TNAU. From 2018 onwards four years, B.sc (Hons.) Horticulture degree Programme is offered.

Vision

To develop scientific technocrats in UG, PG, and Ph.D. courses in Horticulture with updated knowledge and skills in various branches of horticulture.

Mission

To strengthen Education, Research and Extension activities in various branches of Horticulture with latest perspectives to cater the needs of farmers and Industry in the field of Horticulture.