Chandigarh, April 21: Punjab is moving toward a technology-driven agricultural economy with the planned creation of a dedicated Horticulture Experience and Learning Center. The project follows Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s outreach in the Netherlands, where he examined sustainable farming systems and high-productivity greenhouse models.
The center is expected to serve as a hub for innovation, helping Punjabi farmers adopt precision irrigation and robotics. The Chief Minister stated that these advanced indoor farming systems enhance income and reduce pesticide reliance compared to conventional open-field methods.
“Learnings from both visits are expected to support Punjab’s transition towards high-value, technology-driven agriculture, with a focus on sustainability, productivity enhancement, and diversification of the agricultural economy,” the Chief Minister maintained.
The state delegation also studied the export-oriented floriculture model at Keukenhof, which manages millions of flower bulbs through a collaborative grower ecosystem. The Chief Minister asserted that these insights would be valuable for developing local floriculture clusters and strengthening export linkages.
To facilitate these partnerships, the government is utilizing the Industrial and Business Development Policy 2026. The Chief Minister stated that the state offers a flexible incentive framework to attract investment and position Punjab as a globally competitive hub for sustainable agriculture.
