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The renewed interest in underutilized vegetable crops, partly due to increasing attention towards sustainable agriculture and food security, has resulted in an interest to explore their cultivation. These crops, which are otherwise largely overlooked, hold much promise in terms of nutritional, economic, and ecological importance. Underutilized Vegetable Crops: Cultivation of Volume-1 presents a comprehensive effort to fill the knowledge gap and promote the cultivation of these valuable but underexploited resources.This volume brings together insights from researchers, agronomists, and practitioners to provide a detailed overview of the cultivation practices, management techniques, and economic importance of underutilized vegetable crops. Each chapter is dedicated to a specific crop or group of crops, focusing on their agronomic requirements, genetic diversity, pest and disease management, and post-harvest handling. The content has been designed to appeal to a wide audience, including the farmer, researcher, extension worker, student, and policymaker. It not only encompasses the scientific and technical aspects but also sheds light on their cultural and traditional significance for different regions of the world.