Q1: CHAMAN (Coordinated Horticulture

Assessment & Management using

geoinformatics) is a project launched by the
Department of Agriculture and Farmers’
Welfare (DAC&FW) under the Ministry of
Agriculture and Farmers‘ Welfare in India. It
combines geoinformatics with traditional
sample survey techniques to improve the
accuracy and reliability of data related to
horticultural crops. By integrating remote
sensing technology, including satellite
imagery and aerial photography, CHAMAN
collects data on the extent, spatial
distribution, and health of horticulture crops,
providing precise information for
policymakers, researchers, and farmers.

Q2: The Indian horticulture sector plays a vital

role in the country's economy, contributing
about 33% to the agriculture Gross Value
Added (GVA). It provides nutritional security,
rural employment opportunities,
diversification in farm activities, and
enhanced income to farmers. India produces
a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, spices,
and plantation crops. The productivity of
horticulture crops is significantly higher than
that of food grains, making India a world
leader in the production of fruits like mango,
banana, guava, and others. The launch of
initiatives like the National Horticulture
Mission has increased horticultural
productivity, but challenges such as climate
change and increasing demand pose
constraints on production systems.

Q3: CHAMAN utilizes remote sensing

techniques, including satellite imagery and
aerial photography, to collect data on
horticulture crop cultivation and its condition.
Remote sensing technology helps in assessing
the extent of crop cultivation, its health, and
spatial distribution. By integrating this data
with information from ground surveys and
weather sources, CHAMAN creates
comprehensive datasets for analysis,
enhancing the accuracy of crop area and
production estimates.

Q4: Suitable name for this case study could be

"Precision Horticulture: Revolutionizing Crop
Assessment through CHAMAN."