About the Book: Construction, Management and Maintenance of Protected
Cultivation Structures
This skill-based book introduces students, farmers, and horticulture trainees to
the world of protected cultivation, where crops are grown in controlled
environments like greenhouses, polyhouses, and net houses. It explains the types
of protected structures, their parts and construction, and the materials used,
such as glazing and support components.
Learners will also understand how to manage temperature, humidity, light, and
airflow inside these structures. The book covers automatic monitoring systems,
use of irrigation and fertigation, and introduces modern systems like
hydroponics. It focuses on practical knowledge, step-by-step learning, and
real-world exposure to improve crop quality and productivity under