Olericulture is related to the production and marketing of what?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) vegetables
Explanation:
· Olericulture is a branch of horticulture that deals specifically with the production, storage, processing, and marketing of vegetables.
· The term is derived from the Latin words "oleris" (or "holus"), meaning pot herb or vegetable, and "cultura," meaning cultivation.
· It covers the science and practice of growing non-woody (herbaceous) plants for food, including various aspects from soil preparation and crop rotation to harvesting and post-harvest handling. 
Information Booster:
· Vegetable crops can be classified into several categories such as leafy greens (spinach, lettuce), root crops (carrots, beets), and fruiting vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, melons).
· Vegetables are an important source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and their cultivation provides significant income and employment opportunities in the agro-industry.
· Modern techniques used in olericulture include hydroponics, greenhouse production, and integrated pest management (IPM) to optimize yield and quality. 
Additional Knowledge: (a) flowers
· The cultivation of flowering and ornamental plants for gardens and the floristry industry is known as floriculture.
· This branch of horticulture focuses on the aesthetic value of plants and the production of cut flowers, potted plants, and landscape materials. 
(b) grapefruit
· Grapefruit is a type of fruit, and the study and cultivation of fruits and nuts fall under the branch of horticulture known as pomology.
· The term "poma" means fruit in Latin. 
(c) grapes
· The study and cultivation of grapes, often for winemaking, is also part of pomology, or more specifically viticulture.
· Oenology is the specific study of wine and wine processing.