Making floral crafts from forest products of the Himalayas

摘要

Minor forest products from the Himalayas can be utitlized for making various value-added products -- pot porris, collages, flower pitchers, flower balls, greeting cards, pomanders, festive decorations, bouquets and wreaths. These floral crafts are sold at the rate of Rs 50-200/piece in domestic markets, whereas in Europe, USA and Japan 10-15 times higher returns are earned. It is more profitable and lucrative business.